Vitamin C Plus

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Vitamin C aka ascorbic acid is an essential water-soluble nutrient, required in the diet, regularly, as our bodies can not make it. It has been classified as one of the most important water-soluble antioxidant substances in the body. Ongoing research explores the benefits of Vitamin C, due to its antioxidant activity on chronic diseases.

Antioxidant

  • Vitamin C can work both inside and outside the cells, neutralising free radicals, preventing damage and protecting cells (Braun & Cohen 2015, 1102).

  • Ascorbic acid is a reducing agent and can reduce and neutralise reactive oxygen species (Lobo et al. 2010).

Immune System

  • Vitamin C stimulates the production and function of white blood cells, the cells in the body that protect the body from unwanted substances (Linus Pauling Institute 2020). 

  • Vitamin C contributes to immune defence by supporting the cellular function of the innate and adaptive immune system (Carr & Maggini, 2017).

Energy Support

  • Vitamin C is a cofactor for the molecule required for the transport of fatty acids into mitochondria for the generation of metabolic energy (Carr & Maggini, 2017).

Collagen Formation

  • Vitamin C is needed for the synthesis of collagen proteins. It plays a role in the maintenance of normal collagen networks in humans (Boyera et al. 1998). 

  • Vitamin C is found in high levels in the dermal and epidermal skin layers. Dietary and topical ascorbic acid have beneficial effects on skin cells (Linus Pauling Institute 2020).

Brain Function

  • Ascorbate is a vital antioxidant molecule in the brain, it’s involved in neurotransmitter synthesis and is involved in neural maturation and acts and a neuroprotective agent (Harrison & May 2009).

References

  • Braun, L., and Cohen,Marc. 2015. Herbs & Natural Supplements An Evidence-based guide Volume 2. 4th ed. Australia: Elsevier.

  • Harrison, FE., May, JM. 2009. “Vitamin C function in the brain: vital role of the ascorbate transported SVCT2”. Free Radical Biology and Medicine, 15. 6 (Mar): 719-30. 10.1016/j.freeradbiomed.2008.12.018 

  • Linus Pauling Institute. 2020. “Micronutrient Information Center- Vitamin C”. https://lpi.oregonstate.edu/mic/vitamins/vitamin-C

  • Boyera, N., Galey, I., Bernard, BA. 1998. “Effect of vitamin c and its derivatives on collagen synthesis and cross-linking by normal human fibroblasts.” International Journal of Cosmetic Science”, 20. 3 (Jun): 151-8. 10.1046/j.1467-2494.1998.171747.x 

  • Carr, AC., Maggini, S. 2017. “Vitamin C and Immune function.” Nutrients, 3. 9(Nov). 10.3390/nu9111211 

  • Lobo, V., Patil, A., Chandra, N. 2010. “Free radicals, antioxidants and functional foods: Impact on human health.” Pharmacology Review, 4. 8 (Jul-Dec): 118-126. 10.4103/0973-7847.70902