Vitamin C

Vitamin C

Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble vitamin, known for its antioxidant protection and its action in strengthening the immune system. It participates in the absorption of iron, but also in the production of collagen. Find out below the multitude of actions and forms, as well as the precautions and possible side effects that its overdose may cause. ... Read More Ask a question

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Natural Vitamins Vit C-1000 with 100 mg Bioflavonoids 20 Effervescent Tablets
Vitamin C with a citrus fruit flavor for the good functioning of the immune system
Inoplus Vitamin C for Kids Orange 30 chewable tabs
Inoplus Vitamin C for Kids Orange 30 chewable tabs
Chewable tablets with vitamin C & acerola for the immune system
Uni-Pharma Vitorange Vitamin C 1000 mg 20 sticks
Uni-Pharma Vitorange Vitamin C 1000 mg 20 sticks
Antioxidant protection & stimulation of the immune system
Viogenesis Vitamic C 1000 mg 30 tabs
Viogenesis Vitamic C 1000 mg 30 tabs
Vitamin C in the form of calcium ascorbate
Power Health Vitamin C 500 mg 20 eff tabs
Power of Nature Vitamin C 500 mg 20 eff tabs
Effervescent vitamin C with orange flavour
+Gift Quest Once a Day Vitamin C 1000 mg  Orange Flavour 20 eff tabs 1 + 1 for Free
Quest Once a Day Vitamin C 1000 mg Orange Flavour 20 eff tabs 1 + 1 for Free
Vitamin C for immune system health & antioxidant protection
Garden Vitamin C 1000 mg 20 eff tabs
Garden Vitamin C 1000 mg 20 eff tabs
Vitamin C in effervescent tablets with orange-mandarin flavor
Kaiser Vitamin C 1000 mg + Zinc 2 x 20 effervescent tabs (-50% on the 2nd item)
Kaiser Vitamin C 1000 mg + Zinc 2 x 20 effervescent tabs (-50% on the 2nd item)
Vitamin C & zinc for immune system health & antioxidant protection
Garden Vitamin C 1000 mg 20 eff tabs 1 + 1 for Free
Garden Vitamin C 1000 mg 20 eff tabs 1 + 1 for Free
Vitamin C in effervescent tablets with orange-mandarin flavor
+Gift Quest Vitamin C 1000mg 30 tabs
Quest Vitamin C 1000 mg Timed Release 30 tabs
Antioxidant vitamin C with citrus flavonoids for immune system health
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Power of Nature Platinum Range Vit-C 500 mg 60 Time Release Tablets
Supports the immune system and protects from oxidative stress
Aboca Vitamin C NaturComplex Dietary Supplement with Acerola Citrus Flavour 20 sachets with granules
Aboca Vitamin C NaturComplex Dietary Supplement with Acerola Citrus Flavour 20 sachets with granules
Sachets with natural source of vitamin C for adults & children and pleasant taste
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+Gift Quest Bio C Complex 500 mg Bioflavonoids 30 tabs
Quest Bio C Complex 500 mg 30 tabs
Vitamin C and bioflavonoids for immune system support and antioxidant protection
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My Elements Vitamin C Immune Boosting Vitamin 1000mg 20 effervescent Tablets
My Elements Vitamin C Immune Boosting Vitamin 1000mg 20 effervescent Tablets
Vitamin C in effervescent tablets with a wonderful orange taste
Power of Nature Vita-C Kids Stevia 20 eff tabs
Power of Nature Vita-C Kids Stevia 20 eff tabs
Vitamin C with great taste for children's immune system

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Information - Vitamin C

What is Vitamin C?

Vitamin C or ascorbic acid is a water-soluble vitamin and is one of the most well-known antioxidants. Humans, unlike most mammals, do not have the ability to synthesize vitamin C, which is why it is necessary to obtain it from food.

 

Health benefits

Vitamin C has many properties and benefits for the body, since it contributes to:

  • in maintaining the normal function of the immune system during and after intense physical exercise*
  • in the formation of skin collagen*
  • in the normal functioning of blood vessels, bones, skin, teeth*
  • in normal energy metabolism*
  • in the normal functioning of the nervous system*
  • in normal psychological functioning*
  • in protecting cells from oxidative stress*
  • in reducing tiredness and fatigue*
  • in the regeneration of the reduced form of vitamin E*
  • in increasing the absorption of iron.*

In fact, it has been characterized for its actions on the face. Specifically:

  • It reduces the signs of aging
  • Offers lipid replenishment
  • Gives a glow to the skin

 

Foods with Vitamin C

The main sources are fruits and vegetables, such as:

  • the tomato
  • the broccoli
  • the strawberries
  • The lemon
  • the Orange
  • the peppers
  • the papaya
  • the gooseberries
  • the spinach
  • the pineapple
  • the kiwi
  • the melon

The fruits of the wild rose / rose hips, acerola and rosa mosqueta also have a high content of vitamin C.

 

Supplements

In food supplements, vitamin C is available in the following forms:

  • in its basic form ascorbic acid,
  • in its ester form, known as Ester-C, which is less acidic and more absorbable,
  • in Buffered form, where it is bound to calcium or magnesium (Calcium/magnesium absorbate)
  • as a natural vitamin from fruits such as rose hips, acerola, camu camu,
  • in liposomal form

It is often found as a formula in combination with iron, echinacea, propolis, zinc, vitamins A, E, Vitamin D, B complex vitamins, quercetin, bioflavonoids, magnesium, lysine, hyaluronic acid and collagen.

 

In which forms is it available?

In food supplements, it is available in capsule, tablet, effervescent tablets, chewable tablets, crystals or powder, liquid or liposomal form.

 

Deficiency symptoms

Its deficiency causes:

  • fatigue and weakness,
  • muscle and joint pain.

In addition, when there is a lack of Vitamin C they are created more easily:

  • bruises,
  • dry skin,
  • split ends in hair,
  • swelling and sudden bleeding of the gums
  • and problems fighting infections.

 

Recommended Daily Intake (RDI)

The recommended daily intake for adults is 75 mg for women and 90 mg for men. These are also the mg that are recommended to be taken daily with a maximum of 180 mg.

It is worth mentioning that when we talk about the acid form of the Vitamin (ascorbic acid) it is necessary to take it after meal.

Amounts greater than 2000 mg per day are only suitable for a short time. Also, the need for vitamin C is slightly increased in smokers.

 

Side effects, precautions & interactions

People with kidney stones, uric acid stones, or a deficiency of the G6PD enzyme should avoid taking vitamin C supplements. Also, if you are under any medication consult your doctor.

Taking during pregnancy and breastfeeding is safe only with medical guidance on dosage and corresponding monitoring.

For children, it is recommended that the dosage of the vitamin does not exceed the recommended daily amount, which ranges from 30-80 mg per day depending on age.

In doses greater than 2000 mg per day and in long-term use, toxic effects may be observed, such as:

  • diarrhea
  • motion sickness
  • and formation of oxalate stones in the kidneys.

*The above information about Vitamin C are official health claims from the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).

 

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