Evidence supporting the use of: Immunoglobulin G
For the body system: Peyer’s patches
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3
Immunoglobulin G (IgG) is the most abundant antibody in human serum and plays a crucial role in immune defense, including at mucosal surfaces such as the gut. Peyer’s patches are lymphoid follicles located in the small intestine, important for the detection of pathogens and initiation of mucosal immune responses. Scientific studies, particularly in animal models, have demonstrated that IgG can interact with antigens in the gut lumen, neutralize pathogens, and facilitate their clearance, thereby supporting mucosal immunity. Oral administration of IgG preparations (for example, derived from bovine colostrum or serum) has been studied for its potential to bind and neutralize gut pathogens, and some commercial products use this principle to support gastrointestinal health.
Although there is evidence showing that orally administered IgG can survive passage through the gastrointestinal tract and interact with intestinal immune components, including Peyer’s patches, the evidence in humans is limited and primarily comes from preclinical studies or small clinical trials. The mechanism involves IgG-antigen complexes being taken up by M cells in Peyer’s patches, potentially enhancing antigen presentation and modulating local immune responses. However, more robust clinical trials are needed to fully validate efficacy and clarify the extent of benefit specific to Peyer’s patches. Thus, the use of IgG to support the Peyer’s patches body system has some scientific basis, but current human evidence is moderate.
Other ingredients that support Peyer’s patches
2'-Fucosyllactosearabinogalactan
bacillus subtilis
Beta-Glucan
bifidobacterium bifidum
bifidobacterium infantis
bifidobacterium lactis
bifidobacterium longum
colostrum
fructooligosaccharides (FOS)
immunoglobin G
inulin
lactobacillus acidophilus
lactobacillus brevis
lactobacillus bulgaricus
lactobacillus casei
lactobacillus gasseri
lactobacillus paracasei
lactiplantibacillus plantarum
lactobacillus reuteri
lactobacillus rhamnosus
lactobacillus salivarius
lactococcus lactis
prebiotic blend (proprietary)
butyric acid
saccharomyces boulardii
slippery elm bark
turkey tail mushroom
vitamin A
vitamin D
xylooligosaccharides
zinc
Bifidobacterium
Bifidobacterium adolescentis
Bifidobacterium animalis
Bacteria
Bifidobacteria
Chitin-Glucan Complex
Clostridium butyricum
Other body systems supported by Immunoglobulin G
Digestive SystemGastrointestinal Tract
Immune System
Intestinal System
Peyer’s patches
Small Intestines