An essential nutrient, vitamin C cannot be stored in the body – it must be consumed every day to maintain good health. Vitamin C supports proper functioning of the immune system* and is critical in the formation and maintenance of connective tissue.* This is the cellular “cement” that holds us together and provides structure for our muscles, bones and vascular systems.*
The body is better able to utilize vitamin C when it is consumed in combination with other related food components.
Food Sources:
- citrus fruits
- rosehips
- sprouted alfalfa seeds
- papaya
- tomatoes
- cantaloupe
- broccoli
- peppers
- kale
When supplementing, look for products with:
- natural sources such as rose hips and acerola cherries
- all of the naturally occuring elements from whole oranges: vitamin C, flavedo, mesocarp, endocarp, protopectins, p-factors and flavonoids
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