Monday, June 4, 2012

Vitamin C


Vitamin C is one of the most powerful antioxidant known. Almost every medical problem has a vitamin C based solution, documented by a vast amount of scientific evidence. The right amount of dosage of vitamin C is the key to either preventing or curing the illness. 
Loss of vitamin c in body due to: 
  • Consumption of alcohol 
  • Use of oral contraceptives 
  • Use of analgesics, antidepressants and anticoagulants 
  • Smoking 
Signs of deficiency: 
  • Scurvy 
  • Increased susceptibility to infection 
  • Poor digestion 
  • Prolonged wound healing 
Effective for: 
  • Viral and bacterial infections 
  • Asthma 
  • Allergies 
  • Cancer 
  • Prevents LDL cholesterol buildup 
  • Raises the level of HDL cholesterol 
  • Helps during stress (physical and emotional) 
  • Obesity 
  • Gout 
  • Gallstomes 
  • Prevent cataracts 
  • Reduces risk of glaucoma 
  • Helps overcome drug addiction 
Recommended Dose: 
  • For general health 500 mg daily 
  • 1000 mg daily for treating specific illness 
Side effects and precautions: 
  • The amount of Vitamin C tolerance by the body can be tested by increasing the dose till diarrhea is induced (only a temporary phase).
  • Large doses are safe. When taking large doses divide the dose. 
  • When taking large doses of vitamin C do not stop taking abruptly but taper the dose down gradually.
  • Take bioflavonois, digestive enzymes and magnesium for better utilization of vitamin C by the body.



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