Q: What are immune system vitamins? A: This an informal name that refers to vitamins which are said to help support our immune systems. Most people consider vitamin C, A, D, E, and the B complex to make up this category. Additionally, there are minerals like zinc which are often included in immune system supplements. [...]
Q: What is an ascorbic acid flush? A: This is a so-called flush which involves consuming a large quantity of ascorbic acid – such as 1000mg or more – which allegedly flushes out your system. The truth of the matter is they might be nothing more than a fad. In fact, many have reported adverse [...]
The benefits of vitamin C are well known, which is why this supplement has skyrocketed in popularity over the past few years. Although there are countless products out there which make use of this vitamin, many prefer to use pure ascorbic acid. One of the arguments that I often hear for using the pure [...]
Q: What is the typical ascorbic acid dosage for an adult? A: The National Institute of Health has recommended a vitamin C dosage of 90 mg per day for males and 75 mg for females. However many people believe those figures are far outdated, especially for those who are under extra physical and mental pressure. [...]
We need vitamin C to survive. In addition to supporting vital bodily functions, it is said to support your immune system. Now ascorbic acid is used to fortify a wide array of supplements and foods. However some are concerned as to whether it is being digested properly. Because it is said to be more absorbable, [...]
Look at a carton of orange juice, a vitamin bottle, or even a can of tomato soup… and you will see it listed on the ingredient label. So what is ascorbic acid? The complete answer may surprise you. What happens if you don’t get vitamin C? This is a necessary antioxidant which humans need to [...]
