Vitamin C-1000 Sustained Release - 100 Tablets

A Dietary Supplement. Vegetarian/vegan. Non-GMO. Antioxidant protection. Sustained release. With rose hips. Vitamin C is a water soluble nutrient well known for its vital role in the immune system. Vitamin C is also necessary for the production of collagen (a structural protein in connective tissue) and is therefore important for skin, bone, and joint health. Vitamin C is needed for amino acid metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, and the utilization of many nutrients, such as folic acid and iron. It is also a highly effective antioxidant that can protect the body's cells and molecules from damage by free radicals and reactive oxygen molecules generated during normal metabolism and exposure to environmental stressors. This product was specially formulated to provide a sustained release of Vitamin C and includes Rose Hips as an added source of Vitamin C. Some scientific evidence suggests that consumption of antioxidant vitamins may reduce the risk of certain forms of cancer. However, FDA has determined that this evidence is limited and not conclusive. Vitamins. Family owned since 1968. This product is designed to release over an extended period of time. Natural color variation may occur in this product. GMP: Quality assured. nowfoods.com. Please recycle. (These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.)