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C-1000
by Douglas Labs
250 Capsules

Antioxidant And Immune Support*

Our Price: $27.50

C-1000, provided by Douglas Laboratories, supplies 1,000 mg of 100% pure, corn-free Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) in each easy-to-swallow capsule.*

Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) has numerous biological functions. Foremost, it is essential for the synthesis of collagen and glycosaminoglycans, which are the building materials of all connective tissues, such as skin, blood vessels, tendons, joint cartilage and bone. Vitamin C is the required coenzyme for two groups of enzymes that catalyze the crosslinking of collagen fibers - lysyl hydroxylases and prolyl hydroxylases. As such, vitamin C is essential for normal wound healing and capillary health.*

Vitamin C is among the most powerful antioxidants to humans and animals.* It is a water-soluble, chain-breaking antioxidant that reacts directly with superoxide, hydroxyl radicals, and singlet oxygen. Laboratory studies show that vitamin C completely protects lipids in plasma and low-density lipoproteins (LDL) against atherogenic peroxidative damage. In addition, vitamin C interacts with glutathione and alphalipoic acid, and regenerates vitamin E. The antioxidant functions of vitaminC appear to have clinical significance in providing protection from free radical damage to the eyes, lungs, blood and the immune system.*

Research has also demonstrated ascorbic acid’s ability to positively affect function of the immune system by optimizing synthesis of integral components of our immunological defenses.*

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Supplement Facts Serving Size: One (1) Capsule Servings Per Container: 250

	Amount Per Serving	Daily Value
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid, Corn Free)	1,000 mg	1,667%

** Daily Value Not Established. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Other Ingredients

Gelatin Capsule, Silica, Stearates (Vegetable Source)

Suggested Use

As a dietary supplement, one (1) capsule daily, or more as directed by your qualified healthcare consultant.

Warnings

Keep out of the reach of children. ... Store in a cool, dry place. ... Do not use if outer seal is missing.

Allergen Info

This product contains NO yeast, wheat gluten, soy protein, milk/dairy, corn, sodium, sugar, starch, preservatives, or artificial coloring/flavoring.

Applicable Functions

Cellular Oxidation, Cold, Cold Aches, Immune System Support, Vitamin Deficiency

Related Structure Groups

Bones, Capillary, Cell, Connective Tissue, Immune System, Joints

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Campbell JD, Cole M, Bunditrutavorn B, et al. Ascorbic acid is a potent inhibitor of various forms of T cell apoptosis. Cell Immunol
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de la Fuente M, Ferrandez MD, Burgos MS, et al. Immune function in aged women is improved by ingestion of vitamins C and E. Can J
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Del Rio M, Ruedas G, Medina S, et al. Improvement by several antioxidants of macrophage function in vitro. Life Sci 1998; 63: 871-81.

Hughes DA. Effects of dietary antioxidants on the immune function of middle-aged adults. Proc Nutr Soc 1999; 58: 79-84.

Paolisso G, Tagliamonte MR, Rizzo MR, et al. Oxidative stress and advancing age: results in healthy centenarians. J Am Geriatr Soc
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Simon JA, Grady D, Snabes MC, et al. Ascorbic acid supplement use and the prevalence of gallbladder disease. Heart & Estrogen-
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