Isotonix Vitamin C

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
It is a water soluble vitamin which the human body cannot synthesize and therefore we have to get it from the foods we eat, like citrus fruits, or through supplementation. While the Recommended Daily Intake for vitamin C is 60mg, many individuals, such as those who smoke, need more vitamin C and can benefit from taking more than the minimum necessary. Studies suggest that taking 500 mg – 1000 mg of vitamin C daily can be beneficial for immune health and provide many other benefits. Around 90 percent of vitamin C in the typical diet comes from fresh fruits and vegetables. Peppers — sweet green and red peppers and hot red and green chili peppers — are especially rich in vitamin C. Other good sources include citrus fruits and juices, brussels sprouts, cauliflower, cabbage, kale, collards, mustard greens, broccoli, spinach and strawberries. It is important to note that cooking destroys vitamin C activity. Vitamin C, justifiably so, has become the world’s most popular vitamin. The reasoning behind this vitamin’s grand reputation is at once multi-faceted as well as amazing. Ascorbic acid is best known for its antioxidant properties and it may be the most important water-soluble antioxidant in the body. The capacity of vitamin C to support the immune system seems to be common knowledge. some studies also support vitamin C supplementation will help to maintain healthy vision and skin. Vitamin C plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy connective tissues including collagen, elastin, fibronectin, proteoglycans, bone matrix and elastin-associated fibrillin. Also, a lack of vitamin C can cause general fatigue. vitamin C helps in moderating healthy iron absorption, transport and storage. It promotes the normal intestinal absorption of iron.

Beta Carotene (Vitamin A Precursor)
Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that is part of a family of compounds including retinol, retinal and beta-carotene. Beta-carotene is also known as pro-vitamin A because it can be converted into vitamin A. Vitamin A has exhibited anti-aging and antioxidant activities. Vitamin A helps to maintain vision. It promotes normal bone growth and also contributes to a healthy immune system. Vitamin A plays supports normal epithelial differentiation, growth, reproduction, pattern formation during embryogenesis, bone development, hematopoiesis and brain development.

Potassium (Bicarbonate)
Foods rich in potassium include fresh vegetables and fruits, such as bananas, oranges, cantaloupe, avocado, raw spinach, cabbage and celery. Potassium is an essential macromineral that helps to keep fluid balance. It also plays a role in a wide variety of biochemical and physiological processes. Among other things, it promotes the transmission of nerve impulses, the contraction of cardiac, skeletal and smooth muscle, the production of energy, the synthesis of nucleic acids and the maintenance of normal blood pressure. Potassium promotes muscle relaxation, and supports normal insulin release. It also promotes normal glycogen and protein synthesis. Potassium is an electrolyte that promotes proper heartbeat, and it is important in supporting the normal release of energy from protein, fat and carbohydrates during metabolism. Potassium also promotes the normal regulation of water balance. Potassium promotes the normal elimination of wastes and generally contributes to a sense of well-being. Potassium is stored in the muscles.