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Product Description: First Defense is a unique ChildLife formula. We have researched and hand-selected herbs and minerals known for their direct and effective immune response properties.* First Defense is completely safe for children of all ages and can be used either short or long term to increase natural defense responses.* First Defense is the most complete and effective all natural formula of its kind available for children. A strong immune system is fundamental to good health and well-being. Contents Each teaspoon contains: Olive Leaf Extract (80 mg) St. Johns Wort (20 mg) Larch Arabinogalactan (15 mg) Silver (12 ppm) Zinc Gluconate (8 mg [40% US]) Naturally flavored with de-ionized water, vegetable glycerine and grapefruit extract. Suggested Use: At the first sign of susceptibility: For infants up to 1 year: 1/2 teaspoon 3 times daily : For children 1 to 12 years: 1 teaspoon 3 times daily References: 1. Renis, HE., In Vitro Antiviral Activity of Calcium Elenolate (Olive Leaf), Am S. for Microbiology, 1970 2. Schmidt, M. Beyond Antibiotics, N. Atlantic Books, CA, 1993 3. D, Adamo, P. Larch Arabinogalactan - A Novel Immune Modulator, Townsend Letter, July, 1996 4. Hauser, WF, Effect of Antibiotics on the Immune Response, Am J Med., 72 (5): 711-15, 1982