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- NOW Foods C-500 Complex - 250 Tablets Now Foods Vitamin C Compelx is perhaps the most popular vitamin known to man. Vitamin C - 500 is consumed in a supplemental form by millions of people across the world for its antioxidant properties. Now Foods Vitamin C-500 provides a potent dosage of this key vitamin and is blended with Bioflavonoids, Acerola, Rose Hips and Rutin, which are natural synergists to Vitamin C. From the FDA's website: "Some scientific evidence suggests that consumption of antioxidant vitamins may reduce the risk of certain forms of cancer. However, FDA has determined that this evidence is limited and not conclusive." Antioxidant Protection With Bioflavonoids, Acerola & Rose Hips Vegetarian Formula What is Calcium Ascorbate? Calcium Ascorbate is a buffered salt (mineral) form of the water-soluble antioxidant Vitamin C (ascorbic acid). Calcium is reacted with ascorbic acid to buffer the acidic nature of this vitamin, making it more gentle for the special needs of those who may have a sensitive gastrointestinal tract. The pH of this buffered mineral Ascorbate is approximately 6.8~7.4 as compared to ascorbic acid that is about a pH of 2.5. Calcium Ascorbate provides approximately 10% elemental calcium. What does Calcium Ascorbate do? Ascorbate (vitamin C) is a reducing sugar (has a reactive ene-diol structure) that is involved in biochemical processes such as hydroxylation of proline and lysine utilized in the formation of collagen and healthy connective tissue. A deficiency in Ascorbate results in a disease called scurvy which manifests as weakened collagen fibers, rotting teeth, delayed healing and open sores on the skin. Ascorbate is involved in many other vital functions such as the mobilization of iron, stimulation of immune system and as an anti-oxidant for scavenging of reactive free radicals. Is this a necessary vitamin or can our bodies make enough to satisfy our needs? Many plants and animals do not need to consume foods high in ascorbic acid to meet their need for Vitamin C because they are genetically programmed to produce enzymes that convert glucose into ascorbic acid. Unfortunately humans have only 3 of the 4 enzymes necessary for internal production of ascorbic acid, therefore we must satisfy our physical needs for this important vitamin through our intake of foods rich in vitamin C and/or take a good supplement. What is the function of the Citrus Bioflavonoids? Bioflavonoids are biologically active Flavonoid compounds found throughout the entire plant kingdom. Since the discovery of Flavonoids in 1936 when they were first isolated from lemons and called citrin and Vitamin P over 4,000 different types have been characterized. Though there are several forms of Bioflavonoids in the complex the predominant form is Hesperidin. These Flavonoids exhibit beneficial effects on capillary permeability and therefore support blood flow. They are antioxidants that work synergistically with Vitamin C. Why are there color variations in your different Vitamin C products, and are they safe to take? Most natural Vitamin C products vary in color from batch to batch and bottle to bottle. There are normally variations in the color of the raw material used during manufacturing, which is a normal occurrence. This is due to natural color variations in the source of the Vitamin C generally, you will find C supplements to range in color from a light tan color to a light gray color.Over the course of the shelf-life of a Vitamin C supplement, oxidation can cause a slight change in color, so you may find the light tan C-1000 you:" ":t is still safe after the date, it just may not be as effective due to oxidation. Can I pour the powder in NOW Vitamin C capsules into a liquid instead of swallowing the capsule? Many people do not want to or cannot swallow capsules, tablets or softgels, for various reasons. Encapsulated Vitamin C products from NOW can be opened and dumped into a liquid for consumption. Juice or water is recommende
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- Size/Form 250 Tablet
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take one tablet 1 or more times daily, preferably with meals. INGREDIENTS NOW Foods C-500 Complex - 250 Tablets Supplement Facts Serving Size: 1 Tablet Servings Per Container: 250 Amount Per Serving %DV Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) 500 mg 830 % Citrus Bioflavonoids (37% total bioflavonoids as Hesperidin) 100 mg * Acerola Powder 100 mg * Rose Hips Powder (Rosae canina) (Fruit) 100 mg * Rutin Powder 10 mg * *Daily Value Not Established Other Ingredients: Stearic Acid (vegetable source), Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source), Cellulose and Vegetable Coating. Does Not Contain: Sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, milk, egg, shellfish or preservatives. Vegetarian/Vegan Product. WARNINGS Please discard the inedible freshness packet enclosed.
