5 Stocking Stuffers that Support the Immune System

So many people use sweets or trinkets as stocking stuffers, but why not gift something that could have a lasting impact on health — especially in the prime of cold and flu season?

The immune system is one of the most important aspects of the human body as it is responsible for fighting off various germs and other unhealthy pathogens that can make us sick. However, in order for the immune system to stay healthy and do its job properly, it needs vitamins and nutrients to function, often more than we can get through diet alone.

Juro's Pharmacy Health & Wellness offers over an exclusive line of 170 professional-grade vitamins and supplements that can improve wellness and body function, including your immune system. Here is a list of the 5 most important vitamins you can take to make sure your immune system stays in great shape:

1. Vitamin B

The Vitamin B Complex, which consists of eight vitamins, works together to fight off germs and bugs. It helps to boost the body's defense system and keep energy levels up, which is key to maintaining a healthy immune system. When we lose energy, our body becomes susceptible to bugs.

2. Vitamin C

Vitamin C is a strong antioxidant that can boost your blood antioxidant levels. This may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease. Vitamin C may boost immunity by helping white blood cells function more effectively, strengthening your skin’s defense system, and helping wounds heal faster. It has been linked to many impressive health benefits, such as boosting antioxidant levels, lowering blood pressure, protecting against gout attacks, improving iron absorption, boosting immunity, and reducing heart disease and dementia risk.

3. Vitamin D

Vitamin D deficiency may increase your chances of getting sick, so supplementing may counteract this effect.

4. Vitamin E

The body also needs vitamin E to boost its immune system so that it can fight off invading bacteria and viruses. It helps to widen blood vessels and keep blood from clotting within them. In addition, cells use vitamin E to interact with each other and to carry out many important functions.

5. Iron

Iron is an essential mineral in the human body. Regulating iron levels is important for reducing fatigue, treating anemia, and boosting immunity, among many other health benefits.

Of course, you can always ask the experts at Juro's Pharmacy Health & Wellness which vitamins and supplements might be best for your family. Be sure to stop by 2043 Grand Avenue in Billings or visit jurospharmacy.com this holiday season to make sure your loved ones start the new year with top immune protection!