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  • No ingredients exceed tolerable upper intake levels
  • 50% of ingredients have research evidence
A Label Compliance Grade

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Label Data

2.6 Gram(s) Serving Size
15 Servings
Botanical with Nutrients Product Type
50% Evidence Coverage

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

250 mg (417% DV)
✅ 2.8× RDA — within safe limits 📚 245 studies (Tier A: 6, B: 97)
RDA 90mg This product: 250mg UL 2000mg
FoodState S. cerevisiae
5 mg (33% DV)
📊 Market median: 175.0mg (497 products) 📚 11 studies (Tier A: 0, B: 1)
This product: 500mg
FoodState Farm Fresh Fruit Phenolic Blend
500 mg
📊 Market median: 400.0mg (380 products) 📚 34 studies (Tier A: 1, B: 10)
This product: 400mg
Andrographis paniculata
100 mg

Label Claims — Verification

Nutrient
All Other
Structure/Function
All Other (99% of products) Structure/Function (83% of products) Nutrient (54% of products)

Target Groups

Vegan Vegetarian Adult (18 - 50 Years) Gluten Free Dairy Free

Product Information

📋 Directions for Use

Suggested Use: Pour contents of one pouch into 6-8 ounces of water, mix well and consume immediately. For best results, take one serving, 3 times per day for 5 days at onset.

🧪 Formulation Notes

Non GMO

Made with FoodState Vitamin C, Zinc and Black Elderberry plus whole herb extracts, this formula contains high levels of plant compounds effective in supporting a quick immune response.

NSF Certified Gluten-free

V Certified vegan vegan.org

Tested free pesticides & herbicides

Soy free

Dairy free

With Black Elderberry, Echinacea & Vitamin C

Acute Defense does not contain any added sugar, sweeteners, flavorings or preservatives.

Additional Information

Non GMO project Verified Nongmoproject.org

NSF Certified Gluten-free

A “to go” option for early defense!

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Acute Defense - For Rapid Immune Response! Acute Defense provides key nutrients and plant compounds known to help strengthen an immune response when you need it most.

15 (2.6g) Packets

Single serve packets

15 Single serve packets

V Certified vegan vegan.org

Tested free pesticides & herbicides

Soy free

Dairy free

Farm fresh

Black Elderberry fruit has an extensive history of being used in the early stages of seasonal immune challenges. Echinacea is an herb of the daisy family with strong immune-promoting properties. Andrographis is a bitter herb packed with compounds known to help support immune system function at onset.

MegaFood cares about doing things the right way - we refuse to take shortcuts and we never compromise on quality or the things that matter. Since 1973, we have been going out of our way to source fresh foods from trusted farmers.

Acute Defense is made with tart fruits and bitter botanicals that will awaken your body's immune response.

Product Details

UPC / SKU 0 51494 60005 4
DSLD Entry Date 2016-08-24
Product Type Botanical with Nutrients
Form Powder
Brand MegaFood
DSLD ID 63493
Data Updated 2026-04-11

Research Evidence

371 Research Sources
54 Avg Quality Score
148 Meta Analysis
82 Systematic Review
71 Rct
62 Clinical Trial
2 Regulatory Source
1 Cochrane Review
1 Narrative Review
1 Other
1 Openfda Safety
A Vitamin C supplementation in pregnancy
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2015
A Vitamin C supplementation for the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease
Systematic Review The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2017
A Vitamin C for preventing and treating the common cold
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2013
A Vitamin C for preventing and treating pneumonia
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2013
A Vitamin E supplementation in pregnancy
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2015
A Vitamin C supplementation for prevention and treatment of pneumonia
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2020
A Vitamin C supplementation for prevention and treatment of pneumonia
Systematic Review The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2021
A Nutritional interventions for preventing and treating pressure ulcers
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2024
A Does Vitamin C Supplementation Provide a Protective Effect in Periodontal Health? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Meta Analysis International journal of molecular sciences 2024
A Circulating vitamin C concentration and risk of cancers: a Mendelian randomization study
Meta Analysis BMC medicine 2021
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