VITAMIN C

BENEFITS:

o Vitamin C contributes to maintain the normal function of the immune system during and
after intense physical exercise
o Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of blood vessels
o Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of bones
o Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage
o Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of gums
o Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin
o Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of teeth
o Vitamin C contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism
o Vitamin C contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system
o Vitamin C contributes to normal psychological function
o Vitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system
o Vitamin C contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress
o Vitamin C contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
o Vitamin C contributes to the regeneration of the reduced form of vitamin E
o Vitamin C increases iron absorption
o Acts as free radical scavenger. Renders free radicals harmless
o Necessary to maintain energy and general vitality
o Promotes lutein / zeaxanthin function
o Protects the eye from oxidative and photo-oxidative stress Protects the eye Antioxidant
vitamin C, is associated with the health of the retina and lens, which can be damaged over
the years by free radical damage e.g. caused by sunlight, smoke & pollution