Woodstock, Ill., (January 6, 2014) — Ortho Molecular Products is partnering with Biothera, the Immune Health Company, to offer products to the healthcare professional market containing natural immune health ingredient Wellmune WGP®. The company recently introduced WholeMune capsules with Wellmune and has other products in the pipeline, including a convenient 10-count WholeMune blister pack, to meet a wide range of patient needs.
Wellmune is a structurally unique beta 1,3/1,6 glucan derived from a proprietary strain of baker’s yeast. Nine human clinical studies consistently demonstrate the ability of Wellmune to safely boost key immune cells that keep the body healthy. The clinical studies have demonstrated the ability of Wellmune to help maintain health during cold and flu season.
Each WholeMune capsule contains the recommended daily serving of 250mgs of Wellmune.
“Biothera is a respected leader in immune research and we are excited to partner with them. Wellmune’s extensive clinical research underscores its effectiveness and meets our demand for ingredients that have proven results — because we are committed to providing efficacious products that get patients better faster,” said Aaron Bartz, president of Ortho Molecular Products.
“Managing immune challenges is a well-recognized need to support overall health and wellness,” said Richard G. Mueller, chief executive officer, Biothera. “Designed for everyday use year-round, Wellmune is the ideal ingredient for WholeMune to deliver clinically proven immune health benefits including helping to manage the harmful effects of physical and psychological stress. Backed by extensive science, Wellmune is the immune booster that healthcare professionals can recommend with confidence.”
About OrthoMolecular Products
Ortho Molecular Products provides nutritional supplements through licensed healthcare professionals across the United States. For 25 years the company has been developing products that reflect an unwavering commitment to efficacy, developing research-based formulations using high quality raw materials.
About Wellmune WGP®
Wellmune WGP is a proprietary baker’s yeast beta 1,3/1,6 glucan that is clinically proven to prime key immune cells that keep the body healthy. This natural food, beverage and supplement ingredient has regulatory approval around the world, including GRAS status in the U.S. and novel foods approval in Europe and China. Wellmune is available in more than 100 products in more than 60 countries around the world. It is also patented, Kosher, Halal, non-allergenic and GMO-free. Wellmune is the 2013 recipient of the NBT Award for Outstanding Application in Health Management. It has also received an IFT Innovation Award, a SupplySide West Scientific Excellence Award and a Frost & Sullivan Excellence in Research Award. Wellmune WGP is a product of Biothera, a U.S. biotechnology company dedicated to improving immune health.
