This product replaces Vitamin C Organic (V3785) and has an improved composition, new product code and new EAN code.

The natural vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) in Vitamin C 250 mg Organic is extracted from Indian gooseberry, also known as amla. The amla tree is a deciduous tree that grows in India, among other places. The fruits of this tree are famous for naturally containing a very high level of vitamin C. Thus, a dosage of as much as 250 mg per capsule is exceptionally high for a vitamin C from a natural source. Moreover, the amla used for this natural vitamin C supplement is grown using the organic production method, which involves sustainable work and no use of pesticides or other harmful substances. Vitamin C Organic from Vitals is an excellent choice if you prefer a vitamin C of natural origin!

Vitamin C: not just good for the resistance
Vitamin C is perhaps the best known and most widely used dietary supplement, especially at times when our resistance could use some extra support. Vitamin C indeed helps to maintain the normal functioning of the immune system, especially at times of heavy physical strain or in cold environments. But this vitamin is also involved in many other processes. Unfortunately, humans cannot produce this extremely important micronutrient themselves and are completely dependent on the diet for vitamin C supply.

Protection against oxidative damage
Vitamin C functions in the body as a water-soluble antioxidant and plays an important role as a free radical scavenger. It is part of a complex system of the body's own antioxidants, dietary antioxidants and antioxidant enzymes with interdependencies and interactions. In this capacity, it is involved in the protection of DNA, proteins and lipids from oxidative damage and thus contributes to the maintenance of healthy cells and tissues. As an electron donor, vitamin C can convert oxidized vitamin E back into its active, reduced form, thus maintaining vitamin E's activity.

Also important for bones, cartilage, gums, teeth, skin and blood vessels
In addition, vitamin C is required as a coenzyme for three different enzymes involved in the production of collagen (the most common building material in the human body). Normal collagen formation is important for bones, cartilage, gums, skin and blood vessels, among other things. In addition, vitamin C is important for building and maintaining strong teeth.

Lesser-known functions of vitamin C: energy levels, mood and iron absorption
Vitamin C is needed as a co-factor for dopamine beta-monooxygenase (DBM), the enzyme that converts dopamine into norepinephrine and adrenaline. Both act in the body as neurotransmitters and hormones. In this way, vitamin C has a positive influence on nervous system function and is good for memory, concentration and mood.

Vitamin C is indispensable for two enzymes involved in the production of carnitine, which is necessary for the transport of long-chain fatty acids into the mitochondria for energy production. In this way, vitamin C supports energy levels. It can also help with fatigue. Moreover, there are many people who do not get enough iron through diet, especially women of childbearing age, pregnant women and (young) children. Vitamin C allows for better absorption of dietary iron. This is non-heme iron, found mainly in plant foods (including grains, beans and leafy vegetables). Vitamin C does not affect the absorption of heme iron, which is found only in animal products. About 90% of the iron found in food is non-heme iron. Only 10% consists of heme iron.

Organic dietary supplements
The active ingredients of organic dietary supplements are guaranteed to be of natural origin and not synthetically manufactured. In addition, the environment, animals and people are taken into account as much as possible during production. A variety of regulations define what is meant by this. Among other things, no chemical pesticides, artificial fertilizers or genetically modified organisms are used. The Skal Biocontrole institute checks whether the regulations are being complied with and whether a product may be called organic. Organic products can be recognized by the code NL-BIO-01 and the European organic label.

Allowed health claims

• vitamin C supports the immune system
• vitamin C promotes resistance during and after physical exertion (such as sports) and in a cold environment with a daily intake of at least 200 mg in addition to the recommended daily intake of 80 mg
• vitamin C contributes to normal energy metabolism
• vitamin C helps to reduce fatigue
• vitamin C has a positive effect on nervous system function
• vitamin C contributes to normal psychological functioning (including normal memory function, concentration and mood)
• vitamin C contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative damage
• vitamin C contributes to the formation of collagen
• vitamin C supports good condition of blood vessels, bones, cartilage, skin, gums and teeth
• vitamin C acts as an antioxidant for vitamin E and restores it to its active form
• vitamin C promotes the absorption of iron from food and increases iron levels in the blood