Vitamin C Powder (Ascorbic Acid)

Our Vitamin C Powder is a white powder, which has little odour and a sour taste. This product’s certificate of analysis is available on request.

Additional information

Due to the inability to synthesize Vitamin C, it needs to be obtained via the diet. A failure to get sufficient Vitamin C in the diet results in scurvy and the ability of a molecule to prevent scurvy (of which Vitamin C is the reference drug) is known as being anti-scorbutic.

Vitamin C is capable of being both an antioxidant and pro-oxidant, depending on what the body needs. This mechanism allows it to serve a variety of functions in the body. Vitamin C sequesters free radicals in the body. It is replenished by antioxidant enzymes, and is often used as a reference drug in antioxidant research. Vitamin C’s structure allows it to act on neurology and psychological wellbeing, as well as interact with the pancreas and modulate cortisol. Its antioxidant properties mean vitamin C provides neuroprotective effects and benefits for blood flow. By protecting the testes from oxidative stress, vitamin C can also preserve testosterone levels.

Vitamin C gets reduced (absorbs oxidation) in a sacrificial manner to either protect other things from being oxidized or to facilitate enzymes in the body. The molecules created have the potential to be restored back into Vitamin C, and if this does not occur then Vitamin C is metabolized to oxalic acid and then urinated out.

In a study where 11 healthy men took 500 mg of vitamin C twice daily plus 400 IU vitamin E for 4 weeks before being subject to strenuous aerobic exercise, the vitamin group had lower superoxide dismutase activity in their muscles versus the placebo group measured through a muscle biopsy. However, markers of oxidative stress in the muscle biopsy was ultimately unaffected.

Pure Ascorbic Acid Powder Usage, Dosage and Side Effects:

How	Pure Ascorbic Acid can be taken by adding the recommended dose to drinks such as water or fruit juice, or by placing the recommended dose in empty capsules and swallowed.
When	We recommend taking it in the morning or during the day time.
Dosage	A typical dosage of it is between 25mg-60mg per day. The RDA for Vitamin C Powder is 60mg. Superloading of vitamin C by 2000mg is used by athletes to help support the immune system, some studies have shown increased effectiveness at 5g-10g daily but this requires more research. Vitamin C appears to be a cofactor for proper collagen synthesis, L-Carnitine biosynthesis and some neurotransmitters (particularly catecholamines). Please note we are not medical professionals. If you are unsure how to use this product, please speak to a medical practitioner.
Side Effects	Mild side effects of Vitamin C Supplement may include diarrhoea, flushing or redness of the skin, headache, increase in urination (mild), nausea, and stomach cramps.

The products sold by Blackburn Distributions are not intended to diagnose, treat, restore, correct or modify any functions in human beings. They are solely intended to help maintain & support a healthy lifestyle. The claims presented have not been evaluated by the FDA or the MHRA. We recommend that you seek advice from a fully qualified health care professional before consuming any of these products especially if you are taking other medications or pregnant. Discontinue use and consult a doctor if any adverse reactions occur. Not intended for use by persons under the age of 18. Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool, dry place.