{"product_id":"vitamin-c-sodium-ascorbate","title":"Sodium Ascorbate","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSodium Ascorbate — Vitamin C Powder\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSodium Ascorbate is a buffered, non-acidic form of Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) — ascorbic acid bound to sodium to create a pH-neutral salt. It is pharmaceutical grade, 100% water-soluble, and tasteless in solution, making it a practical choice for those who find ascorbic acid too acidic on the stomach or tooth enamel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin C (ascorbic acid) is an essential water-soluble vitamin and one of the most important antioxidant nutrients in the human body. It cannot be synthesised by humans and must be obtained through diet or supplementation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Sodium Ascorbate vs Ascorbic Acid\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandard Vitamin C supplements use ascorbic acid, which is acidic and can cause digestive discomfort at higher doses. Sodium Ascorbate is the sodium salt of ascorbic acid — it provides the same ascorbate ion (the active form of Vitamin C) but at a neutral pH, making it gentler on the digestive system and tooth enamel. Each gram of Sodium Ascorbate provides approximately 889mg of ascorbic acid equivalent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNutritional Role of Vitamin C\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAntioxidant activity\u003c\/strong\u003e — Vitamin C is one of the most important water-soluble antioxidants in the body, neutralising free radicals in aqueous environments and regenerating other antioxidants including Vitamin E\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollagen synthesis\u003c\/strong\u003e — Vitamin C is an essential cofactor for the enzymes prolyl hydroxylase and lysyl hydroxylase, which are required for the synthesis of hydroxyproline and hydroxylysine — key components of collagen. It is essential for the formation and maintenance of skin, blood vessels, bone, cartilage, and connective tissue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImmune wellness\u003c\/strong\u003e — Vitamin C is involved in the function and proliferation of immune cells and is one of the most widely used nutrients for immune wellness support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIron absorption\u003c\/strong\u003e — Vitamin C enhances the absorption of non-haem (plant-based) iron when consumed together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdrenal function\u003c\/strong\u003e — the adrenal glands contain one of the highest concentrations of Vitamin C in the body; it is involved in the synthesis of adrenal hormones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRedox activity\u003c\/strong\u003e — Vitamin C participates in the body’s redox (oxidation-reduction) system as both an antioxidant and a pro-oxidant depending on context and concentration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDosing Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSodium Ascorbate is a fine powder — dissolve in water before consuming. It is tasteless in solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1g\u003c\/strong\u003e = 1 level ¼ teaspoon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5g\u003c\/strong\u003e = 1 level 5ml teaspoon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10g\u003c\/strong\u003e = 2 level 5ml teaspoons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: clumping may occur naturally — simply break up with a spoon. Store below 25°C, away from moisture and direct light. Keep out of reach of children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFurther Reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28451526\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePubMed — Vitamin C and immune function\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5401932\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePMC — Vitamin C and collagen synthesis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tomlevymd.com\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDr Thomas Levy MD — Vitamin C research\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsult your healthcare practitioner before use if you are taking medications of any kind or have a medical condition. High doses of Vitamin C may cause loose stools — reduce dose if this occurs. Contains sodium — those on sodium-restricted diets should account for sodium content. Not recommended in high doses for those with kidney stones or haemochromatosis without practitioner guidance. 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