Vitamin C 1000mg - 100 Capsules - Solgar

For normal functioning of the immune system and to protect cells against undesirable oxidation.

Therapeutic Indications:

• Immunity booster
• Protection against pollution and tobacco smoke
• Helps in the healing of wounds and skin and mucous membrane lesions
• Prevention, reduction of severity and duration of colds, flu, asthma and other respiratory problems
• Prevention and relief of symptoms of infections, including candidiasis
• Strengthening the walls of capillaries, bones and teeth, skin, hair and nails

Vitamin C has antioxidant properties, which is why it plays an important role in protecting all the structures of the body, as it neutralizes free radicals such as hydroxyl and hydroxyperoxide.

Although it is a water-soluble vitamin, it also protects blood lipids and cholesterol from oxidative damage, and recycles vitamin E into its active form. This antioxidant role also gives it a protective effect against cardiovascular disease. By protecting blood lipids from oxidative damage, it prevents their accumulation in the veins and arteries, protecting against atherosclerosis.

Vitamin C is necessary for the production of several essential compounds, including collagen, enzymes and adrenal hormones. It is also necessary for the metabolism of amino acids, neurotransmitters, cholesterol, folic acid and iron. Therefore, it is essential for the health of connective tissue, cartilage, tendons, skin, nails and hair. Its main use, in addition to the aforementioned, is to contribute to the production of collagen, which is the protein that exists in the greatest quantity in our body, namely in terms of the incorporation of two amino acids, proline and hydroxyproline.

Vitamin C also stimulates the immune system. Supplementation has been shown to increase the function of white blood cells, the production of interferon (a protein mediator that defends cells against pathogens), and the production of antibodies.