Holistic C-Vitamin Acid Neutral is a powdered dietary supplement. Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) is acidic, and some individuals may experience stomach discomfort from it. Holistic C-Vitamin Acid Neutral contains vitamin C in the form of magnesium ascorbate, which allows even those sensitive to ascorbic acid to take it. There are different forms of acid-neutral vitamin C, such as calcium ascorbate, sodium ascorbate, and potassium ascorbate. Since magnesium deficiency is the most common mineral deficiency in people in the Western world, at Holistic, we use magnesium ascorbate, which also provides you with an additional magnesium supplement. ¼ tsp of acid-neutral C-vitamin provides 1000 mg of vitamin C and 80 mg of magnesium.
Important Functions of Vitamin C
Vitamin C is an antioxidant that contributes to the normal function of the immune system and helps protect cells from oxidative stress caused by free radicals. Free radicals are reactive oxygen species formed as a byproduct when the body burns oxygen. The amount of free radicals increases when the body is subjected to stress, such as illness, smoking, or intense physical labor, which can cause damage to the body’s cells, proteins, and genetic material. The antioxidant vitamin C protects the body by neutralizing these reactive oxygen species.Vitamin C also contributes to normal collagen formation, which is important for the normal function of blood vessels, bones, cartilage, skin, gums, and teeth. Collagen, a primary component of skin, hair, nails, and cartilage, is the most abundant protein in the body. It occurs naturally throughout the body but decreases as we age.Additionally, vitamin C helps reduce tiredness and fatigue, supports normal psychological function, normal energy metabolism, and the normal function of the nervous system. A mild deficiency of vitamin C can lead to symptoms such as fatigue, bleeding gums, nosebleeds, and delayed wound healing, while severe deficiency can result in scurvy.
Important Functions of Magnesium
Magnesium is an essential nutrient that contributes to several important functions in the body. In addition to reducing tiredness and fatigue, magnesium supports normal energy metabolism and muscle growth, contributes to the normal function of the nervous system, and helps maintain normal bones and teeth.Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet. It is important to have a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
