Friday, January 22, 2010

Vitamin C Protects Your Body From Illness

By James Rickman, SVS

Ascorbic acid, Vitamin C is a water soluble antioxidant and electron necessary for enzymes that maintain physiological functions of metabolism supporting iron and cooper levels throughout the body. Vitamin C is known for its ability to enable the body to fight off cardiovascular disease, strokes, hypertension stress, cold flu symptoms, Human Rhinovirus (HRV) and cancers.

Particularly, the common cold flu (coronavirus) affects over 100 million people in the U.S. each year while the HRV impacts a significant number of kids and adults causing acute respiratory illnesses. Typical, vitamin C deficiency symptoms includes nasal discharge, sneezing, sore throat, burning eyes, bleeding gums, canker sores of the mouth, headaches and increased stress levels. See VitaminsSupplements.com or WeightSupplements.net

The recommended daily amount of Vitamin C intake is 500 – 1,200 milligrams (mg) for optimal health in most cases. Women may require increased levels of 2,000 mg per day or more. Several studies show that particularly in animal’s levels of vitamin C intake should be 500 mg per day minimum. Researchers have proven smokers especially benefit for increased levels of vitamin C that result in a “protective effect” against lead-induced nerve and muscle abnormalities. The benefits of ascorbic acid also extend to stroke victims in providing reduced neurological deficits and improved survival rates.

Extensive research has also shown improvements in patients using doses of vitamin C (ascorbic acid) in oral or injection forms can significantly improve illnesses such as AIDS/HIV, autism, altitude sickness, pneumonia, bird flu, and cancer, among other complications.
Some levels of ascorbic acid may be derived from foods such as oranges, grapefruit juice, tomatoes, and broccoli. Elderly seniors at risk for chronic diseases may seek increased intake of vitamin C (ascorbic acid) for optimal healthy lifestyles.

Vitamin C toxicity symptoms due to excessive amounts over 2,000 mg daily may include abdominal cramps, nausea, diarrhea, and headaches. It is available in powder formulas also helpful in boosting immune systems. Liquid Vitamin C formulas are great for kids strengthening their immune systems defenses against infections and diseases. The liquid vitamin form may be mixed with certain other drinks and foods for convenience.
About Author
Mr. Rickman is a respected analyst, innovative expert in business development and media information services with over 30-years experience, published worldwide. http://www.sustainablevirtualbiz.com/