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Echinacea is a plant from the daisy family and can only be found in eastern and central  North America. It is widely used for prevention and treatment of infections of the upper respiratory tract. Studies show its effectiveness in reducing the symptoms and duration of colds. Its components have been described as beneficial for the healthy functioning of the immune system.

Propolis is a substance produced by bees, consisting of a mixture of resins, wax and pollen. It is used by the bees inside the hive to prevent microbial growth. Based on this feature, propolis is widely used in products for defense and strengthening of the immune system.

Shiitake, known as Xiang Gu or "fragrant mushroom" in China, is the second most common edible mushroom grown worldwide. It is an important ingredient in Chinese and Japanese cuisine. The health benefits of shiitake are not widely known, but the number and quality of scientific studies are rapidly increasing. Shiitaki has immunomodulatory, antitumor, antiviral properties, as well as effects on cholesterol regulation.

The acerola berry is rich in vitamin C and therefore often used for cold and flu prevention. 100 g of acerola contain between 1000 and 2330 mg vitamin C, approximately 20 times more that 100 g oranges (57 mg) and kiwi (72 mg). Vitamin C helps the normal functioning of the immune system.

Copper is a key mineral. It contributes to the maintenance of normal tissue, to normal iron transport in the body, to normal skin pigmentation, to normal functioning of the immune system and to protect cells against undesired oxidations.

Selenium is a mineral. It contributes to a normal spermatogenesis in maintaining normal hair, to the maintenance of normal nail, a normal functioning of the immune system, a normal thyroid function and to the protection of cells against undesired oxidations.