Boosting the Immune System

A healthy immune system contributes to overall health. It is an efficient integrated network of cellular elements and immune modulators to prevent certain diseases. Several natural nutrients are well known for supporting the immune system in various ways. These so-called immunostimulants comprise e.g. Vitamin C, Vitamin D3, and carotenoids like Lutein. They can be used as part of integrative, complementary, and preventive measures. Unfortunately, many of the immunostimulants do not have optimal properties to get absorbed effectively after oral intake. This can be greatly improved by using certain delivery technologies and excipients.

Natural Phospholipids

Key excipients to achieve this goal are natural phospholipids. Phospholipids are amphiphilic molecules and appear as part of the membrane of every living cell. Non-GMO plant-derived phospholipids are suitable to generate lipid globules like emulsion droplets and liposomes. Lipophilic nutrients are solubilized and/or emulsified, whereas hydrophilic nutrients can be encapsulated in the lipid globules. In addition, phospholipids act as a source of essential fatty acids and may protect the stomach from acidic substances. PhytoSolve® from Lipoid is a unique and natural technology to formulate lipophilic as well as hydrophilic nutrients.

PhytoSolve® C, PhytoSolve® Lutein D3, PhytoSolve® Omega D3:

These types of natural products are self-preserving and therefore free of preservatives, can be mixed with other dietetic products, and exhibit an excellent shelf life. They show a very pleasant taste and a smooth mouthfeel.

Boosting the Immune System

A healthy immune system contributes to overall health. It is an efficient integrated network of cellular elements and immune modulators to prevent certain diseases. Several natural micronutrients, especially Vitamin C, are used for supporting the immune system. However, to unfold its full potential, to get high oral dosing and optimal absorption, Vitamin C needs the aid of functional formulations and excipients.

Purified and Plant-Derived Phospholipids

Key excipients to achieve optimal absorption are phospholipids. Phospholipids, from non-GMO soybean, can be used to generate tiny lecithin globules like emulsions and liposomes.PhytoSolve® is a proprietary and natural technology of Lipoid GmbH, with globules containing phospholipids as the main component. Micronutrients can be mixed with and/or encapsulated within these globules. In addition, phospholipids act as a source of essential fatty acids and may protect the stomach from acidic substances like Vitamin C.

PhytoSolve® C:

PhytoSolve® C is a natural product and contains a high concentration of Vitamin C. It is self-preserving and can be applied in various dosage forms, e.g. as sticks, sachets, shots, dispensing devices, or beverages.

PHOSAL® Curcumin – The Natural Bioavailable Choice

PHOSAL® Curcumin is a liquid formulation of curcumin extract, purified phosphatidylcholine (PC) from sunflower lecithin, and plant oil. Curcuminoids are almost insoluble in water. Phosphatidylcholine with its combination of hydrophilic and lipophilic properties can disperse fat-soluble nutrients in an aqueous environment. PC is an important part of the micelles naturally formed during digestion and enhances the uptake of curcuminoids in the intestine.

Moreover, the formation of micelles protects sensitive components from degradation in the gastrointestinal tract [2], so that the curcuminoids can exert their full potential. The improvement of bioavailability of curcuminoids by formulation with natural phosphatidylcholine from sunflower and without any chemical additives was verified in an in vitro study.

PHOSAL® Curcumin contains about 7 % curcuminoids and approximately 50 % sunflower phosphatidylcholine. Phosphatidylcholine is the natural form of the vitamin-like substance choline that is related to different health claims by the EFSA.

Curcuminoids and Phosphatidylcholine – The Synergistic Combination

Curcuminoids and phosphatidylcholine (Fig. 2) have many health benefits. The combination of both sub-stances could lead to synergistic effects, for example against inflammatory, liver, or heart diseases.