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#17 NATURAL SOURCE VITAMIN C
Our Natural Source Vitamin C tablets contain natural vitamin
C derived from dehydrated juice of the acerola berry and wild
spanish orange. These food sources provide the vitamin C
complex (i.e., bioflavonoids and other synergistic nutrients),
factors not present in supplements that use ascorbic acid
(chemical form of vitamin C). Our Natural Source Vitamin C
has a 100 mg equivalent of ascorbic acid per serving, supplying
110% of the Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA). However,
the natural synergy of the vitamin C complex and bioflavonoids
provides much more powerful antioxidant activity than synthetic
vitamin C (ascorbic acid) does alone.*
Vitamin C plays an essential role in the formation of collagen,
connective tissue that is required for normal maintenance,
growth, repair, and healing of living tissues. Vitamin C also
functions as an antioxidant, and protects other antioxidants such
as selenoproteins, glutathione, and vitamin E from becoming
oxidized (inactivated) in the body.* Since vitamin C is
constantly being utilized, it should be taken in small repeated
doses throughout the day. Our chewable tablets are ideal for
this purpose, providing easy and rapid absorption of the natural
vitamin C complex. Because acerola berry and wild spanish
orange are naturally sour and bitter, we add powdered blackstrap
molasses and honey for a tart but pleasant taste.
The Acerola Cherry (officially called a berry) is a red cherry-like tropical fruit grown on berrylike bushes. It is considered one of the best and most potent sources of natural vitamin C, with
more ascorbic acid per ounce of juice than most fruits. Wild Spanish Orange is another very
potent, natural source of the vitamin C complex. These tablets are made from fruit sources in
their natural state, with all their natural accompanying synergists.
Many eminent nutritionists, physicians and scientists (including the late Linus Pauling)
recommend that large amounts of vitamin C be added to the ordinary diet. Vitamin C can help
prevent infection. (The U.S. Department of Agriculture has called vitamin C an “anti-infection
vitamin.”)* Vitamin C is also a powerful antioxidant that can protect cells from damage by
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free radicals. In the absence of sufficient vitamin C, blood capillaries become fragile, and are
prone to rupture. The U.S. Recommended Daily Allowance for adult males is 90 mg, but much
higher amounts may be desirable. Vitamin C is water-soluble so all excess vitamin C is excreted
through the urine. It is interesting to note that many people experience burning when they
urinate after taking large doses (1g or more) of ascorbic acid. We’ve had no such experiences
with our natural product.
Ascorbic acid (synthetic vitamin C) -vs- Natural vitamin C
Ascorbic acid is not as effective
In a 1952 issue of Nature, an article reported an experiment concerning a disease involving
fragility of blood vessel walls. The researchers treated one group of laboratory animals with
green peppers (known for its high content of vitamin C), and a second group with ascorbic acid
(synthetic vitamin C). The disease was cured only by the green peppers and not by the ascorbic
acid.
Synthetic vitamins have certain definite therapeutic values in severe cases under a doctor’s
supervision, but in our humble opinion they should not be considered a food for continued daily
consumption.
• This product is a key component included in our 7 Day Cleansing Program kit. •
Recommended Dosage: 1 tablet daily, or as many as desired for dietary supplementation
Directions: Chew tablets or allow them to dissolve on tongue, as preferred.
Contents: 120 tablets (100 mg of vitamin C - 110% of the RDA)
Literature: “Natural Source Vitamin C”
* This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is
not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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