This powdered form of Vitamin C is less acidic and therefore gentler on the stomach which makes it particularly suitable for those wishing to take high doses of Vitamin C. It can be mixed with water or fruit juice.

Vitamin C is an essential water soluble vitamin that cannot be manufactured by or stored in your body and consequently needs replacing daily.

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Your daily requirement for it is higher than any other water soluble nutrient. Due to storage, peeling, freezing and cooking of food, Vitamin C contents can be depleted and will need replenishing.

Vitamin C is used for a variety of reasons such as maintaining healthy growth and repair of tissue, it helps maintain healthy skin, bones, tendons and joints, it is involved in iron absorption, its acts as a powerful antioxidant, helps maintain a healthy immune function and normal blood cholesterol levels, and can also aid fat metabolism.
 
Here are some reasons why you might wish to take Vitamin C

• If your diet is low in fresh fruit and vegetables
• If you have a demanding lifestyle
• If your work involves strenuous, physical activity
• If you are elderly with particular nutritional requirements
• If you drink alcohol and smoke regularly
• If you are wanting to maintain normal cholesterol levels
• If you are taking aspirin or prescribed drugs such as antibiotics

Calcium Ascorbate powder is especially suitable for:

• Those wishing to take high doses of Vitamin C
• Those who find Ascorbic Acid unsuitable

DOSAGE: 1 level teaspoon a day, or as directed by a healthcare professional.

ALLERGY INFO:
KEY: V=Suitable for Vegetarians, VG=Suitable for Vegans, L=Contains Lactose/Milk, W=Contains Wheat or Gluten, F=Contains Fish, N=Contains Nuts, S=Contains Soya or derivatives thereof. V VG