Yamamoto® Nutrition’s Vitamin C 1000 is a dietary supplement that provides a concentrated source of vitamin C, one of the most important nutrients for the health of the immune system, bones, skin and other body tissues. The tablet contains a high dose of vitamin C, equivalent to 1000 mg of ascorbic acid.
Vitamin C is a water-soluble micronutrient that performs a number of crucial bodily functions. It is important for the synthesis of collagen, a protein that forms the structure of many parts of the body, including the skin, bones, tendons and blood vessels; it is a potent antioxidant, which helps protect cells from the damage caused by free radicals and oxidative stress; it is also important for supporting the immune system, and can help prevent and fight infections. Vitamin C intake therefore has several health benefits:
-Supports the immune system and prevents and fights infections.
-Improves skin health, by promoting the synthesis of collagen, which forms the structure of connective tissue, skin and capillaries.
-Reduces the risk of developing chronic diseases, because it has an antioxidant action that helps protect the cells from free radicals.
-Improves gum health, has an anti-inflammatory effect and can prevent periodontal disease.
-Optimises iron absorption, which is especially important for those who follow a vegan diet or have an increased risk of developing anaemia.
-Improves brain function and reduces the risk of cognitive decline and dementia.
-Promotes cardiovascular health, prevents inflammation and aids pulmonary function.
-Contributes to the metabolism of certain amino acids such as phenylalanine and tyrosine, which subsequently become hormones.
-Transforms inactive forms of folic acid into their active form (folinic acid) and can play a significant role in the metabolism of calcium.
-Protects thiamine, riboflavin, folic acid, pantothenic acid, vitamin A and E from oxidation.
For whom is Vitamin C 1000 recommended?
Yamamoto Nutrition's Vitamin C 1000 dietary supplement can be an excellent solution for those who are deficient in this micronutrient, but also for those who have e low intake of fruit and vegetables, the main dietary sources of vitamin C. Taking Vitamin C 1000 can also be particularly useful for those who are exposed to physical or environmental stress, such as athletes or those living in polluted environments, in order to support the immune system and counteract the cell damage caused by free radicals.
**What are the symptoms of Vitamin C deficiency?
Vitamin C deficiency can cause a number of symptoms and health problems. The most common symptoms associated with vitamin C deficiency include:
-Fatigue and weakness: as vitamin C is important for energy production in the body, vitamin C deficiency can result in fatigue and weakness.
-Dry, chapped skin: Vitamin C is important for healthy skin, therefore a deficiency of this vitamin can result in dry, chapped and wrinkled skin.
-Anaemia: since vitamin C helps the body absorb iron, its deficiency can cause iron-deficiency anaemia.
-Frequent infections: vitamin C is important for the immune system and its deficiency can result in frequent or persistent infections.
Why can Vitamin C 1000 also be considered a valid _product for slowing the ageing process?**
Vitamin C 1000 can be considered a valid product for slowing ageing, i.e. a nutrient that helps counteract cellular ageing; this is because vitamin C plays an important role in several physiological processes that influence health and longevity.
Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant that protects cells from the damage caused by free radicals and oxidative stress. This is particularly important because the accumulation of oxidative stress has been associated with cell ageing and the onset of numerous chronic diseases.
Vitamin C is also necessary for the synthesis of collagen, a structural protein present in many parts of the body, such as skin, bones, tendons and blood vessels. With advancing age, collagen production decreases, which can lead to health problems such as loss of skin elasticity and brittle bones. Taking vitamin C can help maintain collagen production and improve the health of collagen-dependent body structures.
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