HEALTH BENEFITSHumans are one of the few species that cannot manufactureVitamin C and must depend on the diet as their only source of the vitamin.Vitamin C is critical in the formation and maintenance of collagen, a protein that forms the basis for the most abundant tissue in the body: connective tissue.Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that promotes the healing of wounds, bone fractures, bruises, hemorrhages and bleeding gums, and forms a protective barrier between infections or disease and the surrounding healthy tissues. It is also helpful with allergies, stress and may increase immune response.

VITAMIN C DEFICIENCYVitamin C is critical to maintaining good, overall health. Several serious disorders can develop when the body has aVitamin C deficiency. Low intake ofVitamin C can result in delayed healing, reduced resistance to colds and infections and increase susceptibility to disease. SevereVitamin C deficiency can lead to scurvy a disease categorized by general weakness and lethargy, loss of appetite, depression, swollen leg and arms, and shortness of breath.

ASCORBYL PALMITATE BUILDS ON THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF ASCORBIC ACIDAscorbyl Palmitate, also known as C-Ester, is a highly bioavailable, fat-soluble derivative of ascorbic acid, the common form ofVitamin C. It possesses all the benefits ofVitamin C, but unlike the water soluble form, is able to be stored in the lipid cell membrane until the body in ready to put it to use. It has also been shown to be less abrasive to the stomach. Ascorbyl Palmitate by Olympian Labs provides a wide range of support for the body. It is a potent antioxidant and free radical scavenger. Its supports the body’s defense system by enhancing white blood cell function and activity, and increasing antibody responses and is essential for the formation of collagen. Additionally, Ascorbyl Palmitate is the onlyVitamin C molecule that will maintain itsVitamin C activity for long periods of time.