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Calcium Ascorbate Powder
300 grams
Item Catalog Number: 00146 |
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Vitamin C, or ascorbic acid, is a white, crystalline, water-soluble substance found in citrus fruits and green vegetables. As an antioxidant, vitamin C scavenges free radicals in the body and protects tissues from oxidative stress.15-18,21-24 Vitamin C also promotes the absorption of iron, while preventing its oxidation.19,20,25-27 Vitamin C is a vital co-factor to the formation of collagen, the connective tissue that supports arterial walls, skin, bones, and teeth.22-27
More vitamin C is contained in the adrenal glands than any other organ in the body and is required at higher levels during times of stress.28,31 Physical stresses on the body such as ingestion of heavy metals,32-37 cigarette smoking,38-41 infections,45 extreme temperatures,46-50 and chronic use of certain medications such as aspirin also signal the need for increased intake of vitamin C.51 |
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| Supplement Facts |
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Serving Size 1 level teaspoon (3 grams) |
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Servings Per Container 100 |
| Amount Per Serving |
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Vitamin C (as calcium ascorbate) |
2400 mg |
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Calcium (as calcium ascorbate) |
600 mg |
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Other ingredients: none. |
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This product contains NO milk, egg, fish, peanuts, crustacean shellfish (lobster, crab, shrimp), soybeans, tree nuts, wheat, yeast, gluten, corn, or rice. Contains NO sugar, and no artificial sweeteners, flavors, colors, or preservatives. | |
| Dosage and Use |
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Take one level teaspoon daily with or without food, or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner. | |
| Warnings |
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