Metagenics Essential Defense(R) -- immune support, traditional herbs.
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Essential Defense®

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The Promise

Product identity and formulation Traditional Chinese herbal formula in tablet form

Essential Defense® — Metagenics proprietary herbal extract blend in coated tablets; non‑GMO and gluten‑free.

Ingredients & botanical identity

Proprietary blend of traditional Chinese herbs including Forsythia fruit (Forsythia suspensa), Japanese honeysuckle flower (Lonicera japonica), platycodon root (Platycodon grandiflorum), burdock fruit (Arctium lappa), Chinese mint leaf (Mentha haplocalyx), Chinese licorice root (Glycyrrhiza uralensis), fermented soybean (Glycine max), schizonepeta herb (Schizonepeta tenuifolia), lophatherum leaf (Lophatherum gracile), dyer’s woad root (Isatis tinctoria), and ginger rhizome (Zingiber officinale).

Proprietary extract form

Supplied as a 5:1 proprietary extract blend (total proprietary extract amount listed as 1 g per serving).

Delivery & excipients

Coated tablet format; other ingredients include microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, vegetable stearic acid, silica and a coating of hypromellose, medium‑chain triglycerides, and hydroxypropylcellulose.

Dietary and quality facts

Labeled non‑GMO and gluten‑free; product contains soy (fermented soybean).

Why It Works

Why this formula is specific Concrete formulation details you can verify

Distinct compositional facts and measurable serving info drawn from the supplement facts.

01

Measured proprietary extract

Each serving provides a 5:1 proprietary extract mixture standardized on the label as 1 g total per serving.

02

Botanical species specified

Key herbs are listed with Latin names (e.g., Forsythia suspensa, Lonicera japonica, Glycyrrhiza uralensis, Zingiber officinale), enabling species‑level identification.

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Tablet delivery system

Formula delivered as coated tablets with defined excipients (hypromellose, MCT, hydroxypropylcellulose) to form the coating.

04

Allergen and lifestyle markers

Contains soy (Fermented soybean, Glycine max); labeled non‑GMO and gluten‑free on the product description.

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Your Journey

How to use & safety Clear directions, format, and cautions from the label

Practical serving, format, and safety details exactly as provided on the product label.

Serving

Suggested use

Take two tablets as needed or as directed by your healthcare practitioner. Serving size: 2 tablets; Servings per container: 15.

Format

Product form

Coated tablets containing the 5:1 proprietary herbal extract and inert excipients; packaged to provide 15 servings per container.

Allergen & dietary considerations

Contains soy; lifestyle labeling

Contains soy (fermented soybean). Product description lists non‑GMO and gluten‑free.

Warnings & practitioner advice

Label cautions

Do not use if pregnant or nursing. If pregnant or nursing, or taking medication, consult your healthcare practitioner before use. Keep out of the reach of children.

Product education

Essential Defense® by Metagenics

Essential Defense® is formulated with time-honored, traditional Chinese ingredients used to support healthy immune function.* This dietary supplement is designed for individuals seeking to enhance their immune health through natural means.*

Key Benefits

  • Supports immune function*
  • Formulated with traditional Chinese herbs
  • Non-GMO and gluten-free

How It Works / Key Ingredients

This product features a proprietary blend of traditional herbs, including Forsythia Fruit and Japanese Honeysuckle Flower, known for their historical use in supporting immune health.*

How to Use

Take two tablets as needed or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.

Supplement record

Review serving details and ingredients for this product.

Supplement Facts
Suggested Use: Directions: Take two tablets as needed or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.
Serving Size: 2 tablets
Servings Per Container: 15
INGREDIENTSAMT%DV
A 5:1† Proprietary Extract of:1 g†
   Forsythia Fruit (Forsythia suspensa), †
   Japanese Honeysuckle Flower (Lonicera japonica), †
   Platycodon Root (Platycodon grandiflorum), †
   Burdock Fruit (Arctium lappa), †
   Chinese Mint Leaf (Mentha haplocalyx), †
   Chinese Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza uralensis), †
   Fermented Soybean (Glycine max), †
   Schizonepeta Herb (Schizonepeta tenuifolia), †
   Lophatherum Leaf (Lophatherum gracile), †
   Dyer’s Woad Root (Isatis tinctoria), †
   Ginger Rhizome (Zingiber officinale) †
(†) Daily Value not established
Other Ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, stearic acid (vegetable), silica, and coating (hypromellose, medium-chain triglycerides, and hydroxypropylcellulose).
Contains: Soy.
Warnings/Caution: Do not use if pregnant or nursing. If pregnant or nursing, or taking medication, consult your healthcare practitioner before use. Keep out of the reach of children.

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