Immune
Host Defense Immune is a botanical and nutrient blend featuring 12 ingredients, primarily focused on immune support. Each serving provides 75mg of Vitamin C, which is considered a clinically studied dose, alongside a proprietary blend of mushroom extracts like Agarikon, Chaga, Turkey Tail, Reishi, and Maitake, each at 300mg, and other botanicals such as Acerola Cherry Extract (530mg) and Astragalus (500mg). The product holds an N+ Score of 70, resulting in a 'C' grade, reflecting a good quality formulation with 100% label transparency. While Vitamin C is adequately dosed, the overall formula completeness is rated at 50%, suggesting a broader spectrum of immune-supporting ingredients could enhance its profile. This supplement may appeal to those interested in a blend of traditional botanicals and Vitamin C for general immune system maintenance.
About This Product
Immune by Host Defense is a vitamins & minerals supplement containing 12 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 70/100 (Grade C).
Notable clinical-dose ingredients include Vitamin C.
N+ Score Breakdown
Are key ingredients present at clinically effective doses based on research?
Does the product include all expected ingredients for its supplement category?
Are individual ingredient amounts clearly disclosed without proprietary blends?
Does the formula include a breadth of beneficial compounds from multiple pathways?
Strengths
- +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed
- +Broad ingredient diversity exceeding category norms
- +1 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
- +Rich formula with 12 active ingredients
Weaknesses
- −No major weaknesses identified
Ingredient Analysis (12 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 10.000 Calorie(s) | N/A |
| Vitamin C | 75.000 mg | Adequate |
| Total Carbohydrates | 2.000 Gram(s) | N/A |
| Astragalus | 500.000 mg | N/A |
| Goji | 300.000 mg | N/A |
| Maitake | 300.000 mg | N/A |
| Reishi | 300.000 mg | N/A |
| Acerola Cherry fruit extract | 530.000 mg | N/A |
| Chaga | 300.000 mg | N/A |
| Agarikon | 300.000 mg | N/A |
| Turkey Tail | 300.000 mg | N/A |
| Schizandra | 300.000 mg | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.