Vitamin C: Một dưỡng chất nhỏ nhưng có lợi ích lớn trong việc hỗ trợ miễn dịch

Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is probably the most commonly known vitamin. Most of us grew up being given some form of fruit juice or chewy supplement to support our vitamin C intake. Who here remembers Ribena?! Vitamin C is water-soluble and easily excreted, and just like guinea pigs, some birds, and most primates, our bodies don’t make it or store it. For these reasons we need to top it up daily through food or supplements. Fresh fruits like oranges, kiwifruit, and some berries are packed with it – but modern farming, transport, heating, and storage reduce its levels, so supplementation can be a smart option for support, especially during times of stress or seasonal illness.

The history of vitamin C is closely linked to the devastating effects of a deficiency of dietary intake of sailors during long sea voyages. In the 18th century, British naval surgeon James Lind’s experiments with providing sailors citrus fruits demonstrated their effectiveness in preventing the sometimes-deadly consequences of a diet too low in this little but vital nutrient.

Vitamin C can be found in many fruits and vegetables, including citrus fruits, kiwifruit, strawberries, capsicum, broccoli, and other dark leafy greens. It can be found in the highest quantities in kakadu plums and camu camu. It can also be found in liver, kidneys, adrenals, and spleen, with tiny amounts in fresh, raw meats. Did you know that scurvy was often treated by giving the sufferer raw meat?! Vitamin C degrades with heat and cooking, so the best sources are fruits and freshly squeezed juices or fermented veggies, like sauerkraut, that you can eat raw.

We usually only absorb around 200 mg of vitamin C in our gut in one sitting, but we can potentially absorb much more when we are under the weather. That may explain why much higher doses in the gram amounts can be so supportive during seasonal ills and chills. We also use it up faster when we are stressed, so many people are low in vitamin C without even realising it.

Vitamin C supports our immune system—it has directly supportive effects for our immune cells and their functioning. It supports collagen production for healthy skin and joints and, as an antioxidant, reduces the buildup of free radicals in our cells. It supports the absorption of non-haeme iron from plant foods in the gut and the balance of iron, copper, and ceruloplasmin in the body. It plays a key role in supporting the adrenal glands and the maintenance of stress resilience, and it is required to support balanced histamine.

For Growing Bodies…

Vitamin C is so important for supporting growing collagenous connective tissue and strong, healthy gums that it is vital that parents monitor their dietary intake. This is also key when considering their immune systems, especially during the colder months. Because children can be fussy eaters or go through phases of eating very little fresh fruit and veg, it’s not uncommon for their vitamin C levels to dip. A gentle, chewable supplement or powdered form added to smoothies can be a great support. In the world of natural health, vitamin C is often a first line of defence for kids—suitable, supportive, and well-tolerated by most, it’s a small but mighty helper in supporting them to thrive.

For adults…

When your body is under pressure—whether from emotional stress, looming ills and chills, or environmental toxins—vitamin C becomes even more important. Many people turn to it when they feel something coming on, and for good reason: it’s involved in supporting the production and function of white blood cells, which are crucial for immune defence support. It can also support a calm immune response. Higher doses of vitamin C (often in a buffered or liposomal form) are sometimes used short-term for extra support—just remember to check what suits your body best. Try not to use very high doses every day, as your body can build up a tolerance to them.

Supplementing with vitamin C can be hugely beneficial. But you want to make sure you are getting your vitamin C in a highly absorbable form like Viralex Lipo Pro C của Good Health, which contains scientifically researched Liposomal Pureway®-C, a fast-absorbing form of vitamin C. Pureway®-C utilises an effective delivery system, blending in with fatty acids in the gut and bloodstream to be easily recognised by our cells, allowing more vitamin C to be absorbed.

Pureway®-C has been shown to work fast at supporting measurable parameters in wound healing and the collagen matrix of connective tissue such as tendons, ligaments and even the skin. Pureway®-C is more rapidly absorbed and leads to higher serum vitamin C levels.

Each serving provides 1000 mg of vitamin C, ensuring support for a healthy immune system, iron absorption, and general health and wellbeing.

So, you can see that the many benefits of vitamin C make it a winner.
Viralex Lipo Pro C của Good Health is an on-the-go solution that can be taken with or without water, with a yummy sour peach passionfruit sherbet flavour. Viralex Lipo Pro C của Good Health được đóng gói trong hộp 20 gói bột để bạn có thể dễ dàng mang theo bên mình mọi lúc mọi nơi.

Beyond just immune support, natural health practitioners often recommend it to support recovery, protect against oxidative stress, and even as part of skin, cardiovascular, and detoxification support. The best part? It’s gentle, versatile, and works beautifully in combination with other nutrients like zinc, bioflavonoids, and herbs such as echinacea or elderberry. In short, vitamin C is one of those essentially supportive nutrients that your body needs every day.

Always read the label and follow the directions for use. Vitamin and mineral supplements should not replace a balanced diet. If symptoms persist, see your healthcare professional. For more information contact our Naturopath on 0800 446 634 or visit www.goodhealth.co.nz  Good Health, NZ, Auckland.