Vitamin C Extra (Vitamin C + E)

Contains Food State Vitamins C and E,which act synergistically
Food State Vitamin C is beneficially combined in citrus pulp from whole, organic, small oranges. It comes complete with naturally occuring bioflavonoids, including the sought after antioxidant tangeritin.
Food State Vitamin C is very low acid, and well tolerated by all. It is also highly bioeffiective, and as a food nutrient is retained by the body and not rapidly excreted, as in the case of ascorbic acid.

The benefits of Food State Vitamin C:
Wholefood source of vitamin C;
Well absorbed, retained and utilised;
Gentle and non-acidic;
184mg vitamin C per tablet;
Suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

Vitamin C occurs naturally in citrus fruits and leafy vegetables, tomatoes, potatoes and sweet potatoes. Vitamin C occurs in nature in a food complex which includes the bioflavonoids hesperidin and rutin, and it is these associated food factors which assist its absorption in the body. Most of the vitamin C sold on the market is the isolated molecule of ascorbic acid, hence the main difference between vitamin C as it occurs in food and the isolated supplement is in its absorption potential.

Vitamin C and its action in the body
Vitamin C is synthesised naturally by all species of primates, except man, together with guinea pigs and the Indian fruit bat. It is thought that a genetic mutation caused this situation some 25-60 million years ago.

It is involved in the:
• Formation and maintenance of collagen;
• Metabolism of tryptophan (a brain chemical);
• Antioxidant activity;
• Detoxification;
• Maintenance of a healthy immune system;
• Absorption of iron;
• Growth and repair of tissue;
• Maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels; and
• Metabolism of fat.

Who may choose to take vitamin C supplements?
• People whose diets contain little fresh fruit and vegetables
• The elderly and those dependent on institutional catering
• Smokers and those who drink alcohol
• Those with demanding lifestyles
• Those wishing to maintain normal cholesterol levels
• People who take aspirin, particularly those on long-term prescription medication
• Athletes and those whose work involves physical activity

Best Natural Sources
Vitamin C can be obtained from many natural sources. The best known sources are the citrus fruits: oranges, lemons, tangerines, limes and grapefruits. The fruits with the highest natural concentrations are citrus fruits, rose hips, strawberries and acerola cherries. Vegetable sources include: red and green peppers, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, tomatoes, asparagus, parsley, dark leafy greens, cabbage and sauerkraut. Grains and beans contain very small quantities, except when sprouted, when they provide excellent amounts. The richest vegetable source is the green pepper, which contains more vitamin C than an orange, weight-for-weight.
RDA
The RDA for adults is considered to be 80mg, although a more adequate level for optimum health would be a total intake of around 500mg per day. Requirements for
vitamin C vary according to age (needs increase with years), state of health, weight, activity, energy levels and metabolism. Needs are increased with stress (emotional and environmental), illness and injuries. Smoking, birth control pills, cortisone use and aspirin all decrease vitamin C levels.
Food State Vitamin C and Wholefood Cherry C
Food State Vitamin C is complexed in citrus fruit pulp. The result is a concentrated source of vitamin C in a form as close as possible to that found in food, with all the
appropriate bioflavonoids, carbohydrates, proteins and amino acids. Wholefood Cherry C is a wholefood product from acerola cherries which follows the same metabolic pathways as Food State Vitamin C and, indeed, vitamin C in wholefoods. One of the important aspects of Food State Vitamin C that makes it different from
other nutrients is that, because it is a food complex material, you can take it between meals, even on an empty stomach, with no adverse reactions. Hence, it is ideal for
people who sometimes have to eat at irregular times, and sports people who need regular intakes of vitamins to replace losses after physical exertion. The same is true for Wholefood Cherry C.
Food State Vitamin C and Wholefood Cherry C:
• Better absorbed, longer retained and better utilised than standard ascorbic acid products;
• Lasts longer in the body;
• Gentle on the stomach;
• No need to take with food, as it contains all food factors necessary for absorption.

Bioflavonoids (sometimes known as Vitamin P)
Vitamin C is best absorbed in the presence of bioflavonoids. Most bioflavonoids are citrus-derived. In the same way that bioflavonoids are naturally-occurring in the
presence of vitamin C in fruit (e.g. orange peel), the Food State Vitamin C and Cherry C have naturally-occurring bioflavonoids. Food State Vitamin C is better absorbed, longer retained and better utilised than ascorbic acid.

Suggested Intake: 1-2 tablet daily, or take as directed by a practitioner.
Suitable for: Vegetarians, vegans and for people with Candida and yeast sensitivities.
Contraindications: None.
Non-Active Ingredients: Vegetable stearic acid, vegetable magnesium stearate, hydroxypropylmethylcellulose.
Non GM & Free From: wheat; starch, gluten; lactose; added colourings, sweeteners & preservatives.
Storage: Keep cool, dry & out of direct sunlight.