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Big Food - Camu Camu Powder - 500 gOut of stockSpecial Price 18,48 36,95(Starting at € 18,48 p/u)
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Vitals - Vitamin C Bio - 60 Capsules (250mg)Delivered tomorrowSpecial Price 25,46 33,95(Starting at € 25,46 p/u)
Vitamin C is a water-soluble essential vitamin, naturally present in some foods and added to others. It is highly sought-after d... Vitamin C is a water-soluble essential vitamin, naturally present in some foods and added to others. It is highly sought-after due to its antioxidant content and relationship with the common cold.
Vitamin C is a water-soluble essential vitamin, naturally present in some foods and added to others. It is highly sought--after due to its antioxidant content and relationship with the common cold. Individuals usually supplement with vitamin C to reduce the symptoms of the common cold.
Interestingly, athletes report supplementing with vitamin C to support their immune system (Source: NCBI). Fruit tends to be the best source of vitamin C. The foods with the highest concentrations are as follows: citrus fruit, tomatoes, apples, peppers, and sweet peppers.
Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin and so should always be taken on an empty stomach if possible. It is reccomended to take vitamin C in the morning before eating.
There is not a clear-cut answer here. We like to reccomend supplements that have minimal ingredients, natural sources, and delicate production methods for vitamin C. As mentioned, because vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin, it can be easily degraded by some manufacturing methods using high heat.
Because vitamin C is an essential nutrient, we must obtain it via the diet. Its roles in the body are numerous. It is needed for the creation of collagen an essential component of connective tissue, and certain neurotransmitters. In addition, vitamin C can enhance the amount of iron absorbed from plant-based foods.
Vitamin C is necessary for collagen function and start wound healing. Also, vitamin C can be stored in the muscle where it helps scavenge free radicals produced by exercise and also contribute to collagen formation in the muscle.
Vitamin C helps with the absorption of iron from plant-based foods. Those with the genetic condition hemochromatosis need to be careful of vitamin C supplementation as it could cause iron overload and damage the body. Outside of this, there are very few adverse effects especially with doses under 1,000 mg/day.
If you are in need of a high-quality vitamin C supplement, you have come to the right place! We have a diverse range of products, all of which are delivered with a quality assurance guarantee.
Our own range includes a high-potency Acerola, Chaga and Camu Camu powder. These are some of the richest natural sources of vitamin C available and we have carefully formulated a high-quality powder from them.
This largely depends on the product you are purchasing. If in tablet form, make sure to follow the reccomended dosage on the label. This also goes for our natural powders.
The added benefit with our delicious powders is that they can be added to your favourite dishes and drinks!