VITAMIN C

Description

VITAMIN C – 90 caps – 1,000 mg caps

VITAMIN C delivers 1,000 mg of pure ascorbic acid in a vegetarian capsule without expedients or coloring agents.

Vitamin C, also known as L-ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble vitamin that is naturally present in some foods, added to others, and available as a dietary supplement. Unlike most animals, humans cannot synthesize vitamin C endogenously, so it is an essential dietary component.

Vitamin C is required for the biosynthesis of collagen, L-carnitine, and certain neurotransmitters; vitamin C is also involved in protein metabolism. Collagen is an essential component of connective tissue, which plays a vital role in wound healing. Vitamin C is also an important physiological antioxidant and has been shown to regenerate other antioxidants within the body, including alpha-tocopherol (vitamin E).

Ongoing research examines whether vitamin C, by limiting the damaging effects of free radicals through its antioxidant activity, might help prevent or delay the development of certain cancers, cardiovascular disease, and other diseases in which oxidative stress plays a causal role. In addition to its biosynthetic and antioxidant functions, vitamin C plays an important role in immune function and improves the absorption of non-heme iron, the form of iron present in plant-based foods.

Insufficient vitamin C intake causes scurvy, fatigue or lassitude, widespread connective tissue weakness, and capillary fragility.

The intestinal absorption of vitamin C is regulated by at least one specific dose-dependent, active transporter. Cells accumulate vitamin C via a second specific transport protein. In vitro studies have found that oxidized vitamin C, or dehydroascorbic acid, enters cells via some facilitated glucose transporters and is then reduced internally to ascorbic acid.

Oral vitamin C produces tissue and plasma concentrations that the body tightly controls. Approximately 70%–90% of vitamin C is absorbed at moderate intakes of 30–180 mg/day.

The total body content of vitamin C ranges from 300 mg (at near scurvy) to about 2 g. High levels of vitamin C (millimolar concentrations) are maintained in cells and tissues and are highest in leukocytes (white blood cells), eyes, adrenal glands, pituitary gland, and brain. Relatively low levels of vitamin C (micromolar concentrations) are found in extracellular fluids, such as plasma, red blood cells, and saliva.

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Each capsule provides:

Ascorbic acid –  1,000 mg

Capsule shell: Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) – 118 mg

No added artificial colors, flavorings, preservatives, dairy products, gluten, lactose, soya, sugar, wheat, or yeast.

DOSAGE: Take one capsule or more daily or as advised.

CAUTION:

Do not exceed the recommended daily intake.

Keep away from children.

Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet and healthy lifestyle.

Consult your doctor before taking supplements or changing your diet.

SUITABLE FOR VEGETARIANS AND VEGANS. 

*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA or EFSA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Prices are subject to change without notice. 

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