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Immune Health

Immune Health is a Lifelong Race, Not a Sprint

Today’s consumers are becoming more aware than ever before that a compromised immune system causes a cascade of health and wellness problems.

HOWARU® for a Healthy Gut

With over 70% of the immune system residing in the digestive tract, the gut is the first line of defense. HOWARU® probiotics are available that promote a healthy gut microbiota by supporting the immune system.

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Botanicals For Better Immunity

Botanicals are also a key category of ingredients for immune health, with 41% of all immunity supplements launched in Europe between 2020-2023 bearing a botanical claim.¹ Botanicals have a “health halo” in consumers’ minds, and benefit from strong awareness based on their traditional use.

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IFF Health Sciences’ Immune Health Offerings

IFF Health Sciences offers a diverse portfolio of probiotics, botanicals, and bioactive health ingredients that help support the immune system.

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HOWARU® Protect 55+​

HOWARU® Protect 55+ is designed to promote immune enhancement in aging adults.

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HOWARU® Protect Adult

HOWARU® Protect Adult provides immune defense for overall health and wellness in adults.

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HOWARU® Protect Baby

HOWARU® Protect Baby is a probiotic that establishes a healthy microbiota and immune support in early life.

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HOWARU® Protect Early Life​

HOWARU® Protect Early Life is designed specifically for pregnant women and children (0 to 2 years)*.

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HOWARU® Protect Kids​

HOWARU® Protect Kids is a safe and proven probiotic formulation that helps promote optimal health and wellness in children.​

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HOWARU® Protect Prenatal+​

HOWARU® Protect Prenatal+ is a probiotic that supports mother and child during pregnancy and beyond.​

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HOWARU® Protect Sport

HOWARU® Protect Sport maintains immune defenses in active sport performers.

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Echinacea EFLA® 894

Echinacea has been promoted for years as a dietary supplement to help support a healthy immune system in adults.

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AB-Fortis® Microencapsulated Iron

AB-Fortis® microencapsulated iron ingredient allows the fortification of foods with iron without changing the appearance, palatability, or taste.

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HOWARU® Bi-07®

HOWARU® Bi-07® collaborates with other probiotic strains to support gut health and immune function.

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HOWARU® Bl-04®​

HOWARU® Bl-04® modulates the immune system, improvement of overall skin health, and digestive health.​

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HOWARU® HN001™​

​HOWARU® HN001™ has been extensively studied across all life stages from early infancy through elderly years, and in pregnant and lactating women.​

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HOWARU® HN019™

HOWARU® HN019™ is well-studied for its probiotic properties and has demonstrated many health benefits.​

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HOWARU® La-14®

HOWARU® La-14® has been shown to support intimate health in women and maintaining healthy oral microbiota.

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HOWARU® NCFM®

HOWARU® NCFM® is well-studied for its probiotic properties and has demonstrated many health benefits.

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Acerola

Acerola is a well-known food antioxidant and immune booster ingredient due to its naturally occurring Vitamin C.​

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Ginseng root extract

Ginseng has been used for several thousand years as an ingredient that promotes health, vitality, and longevity.

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Ivy leaf

Ivy leaf, an active ingredient in herbal medicinal products, is used as an expectorant in case of productive cough.

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Pelargonium

Pelargonium is a traditional herbal preparation that has been used in subjects with common cold symptoms and uncomplicated respiratory issues.

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Sage

Sage is an ingredient known to support digestive health, menstruation-related wellbeing and for its hypoglycemic activity.

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Valerian

Valerian is known for its calming effects and is found in many herbal sleep and mood targeting products.

References: 1. Mintel GNPD.