Naturopathic Information - MICROgenics Mega C high potency

• Vitamin C contains non acidic calcium ascorbate for sensitive stomachs. This is a buffered form of Vitamin C believed to be less irritating to the stomach
• The western diets predominately comprises of acidic substances, reducing this load where possible may assist in supporting general health and well being
• Humans are one of a few species incapable of synthesizing Vitamin C, requiring intake from external sources on a regular basis
• More vitamin C is contained in the adrenal glands than any other organ in the body and is required at higher levels during times of stress. Physical stresses on the body such as ingestion of heavy metals, cigarette smoking, infections, extreme temperatures, and chronic use of certain medications such as aspirin also signal the need for increased intake of vitamin C
• Helps fight mild upper respiratory tract infections by maintaining a healthy immune defense system
• Vitamin C is essential for the formation of collagen. Collagen is found in skin, blood vessel walls, joint cartilage, ligaments, tendons, bone, and teeth
• Vitamin C maintains healthy gums and capillaries and also assists in wound healing and tissue repair
• Taking Vitamin C with an iron supplement or iron rich foods will assist the absorption of iron
• Vitamin C possesses antioxidant activity acting as a free radical scavenger
• Contains Bioflavonoids , Rutin and Hesperidin for extra antioxidant and connective tissue support