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C-Comp the Vital Roles of Vitamin C Have Been Environments destroy its solubility and result in destruction of vitamin C. Vitamin C is also very sensitive to small concentrations of metal ions such as iron and copper commonly found in modern day cookware. Vitamin C is however more stable in acidic environment than alkaline medium; it maintains its nutritional and therapeutic Ebers Papyrus values better in dry compared to moist C-Comp The vital roles of Vitamin C have been environments. repeatedly reported throughout history. The ancient Egyptian Ebers papyrus Product (1500 B.C.), described the prevailing Why Inno-Vita’s C-Comp Composition 1103 medical problems known as Scurvy. C-Comp as an effective antioxidant Hippocrates also recognized his soldiers as being afflicted with Scurvy in 600 B.C. The foremost important biological Product Description and in the 15th Century, Ferdinand Ma- benefit of C-Comp is its reversible C-Comp is fundamental in the formation gellan reported that he lost four-fifths & maintenance of connective tissue and oxidation-reduction mechanism. Our of his crew to Scurvy. Although small body cannot transport ascorbic acid, amino acid metabolism. It provides the scale experiments have been done by cofactor in biochemical reactions and pro- inside the cells on its own. It has to vides antioxidant & detoxifying protection a number of physicians and explorers, become an intermediate form named in order to reduce toxicity of pollutants and many historical evidences have reaf- dehydroascorbic acid. Once converted other chemicals.** firmed that vitamin C deficiency was a to dehydroascorbic acid, it can then huge threat for many European coun- be transported inside mitochondria Directions tries until the first part of the 20th cen- through the reaction of a carrier called One capsule once a day with food for tury. When a French voyager, Jacques glucose transporter. Once reached in- maintenance or as directed. Increase the Cartier, arrived in the new world for a side the mitochondria, dehydroascorbic amounts of liquids you drink while taking second time in 1536. He had learned acid converts back to its original form this product. that the Native Americans were curing of ascorbic acid and during this reverse and preventing Scurvy by consuming a conversion process, the magnificent role drink made from pine needles and bark. of Inno-Vita’s C-Comp displays its role Supplement Facts The ingredients themselves didn’t have Serving Size: 1 Capsule Amount as an antioxidant. Inside mitochondria Ingredients Per Serving % DV significant amounts of vitamin C but is where most free-radicals are being Vitamin C 616 mg 1026% what they contained was an important (Ascorbic Acid) produced and one of key features of Vitamin D2 3200 IU 800% bioflavonoid that helped increase the C-Comp is to capture these unpaired (Ergocalciferol) absorption and efficiency of vitamin C electrons before they start damaging Proprietary Blend 884 mg * contained in food. cells and accelerating the aging process. Acerola Cherry (Fruit) C-Comp also helps cells protect the Cranberry (Berry) Modern day scientists agree that sup- Bioflavonoid (from Masson Pine Bark Extract) mitochondrial genome and membrane Amla (Fruit) plementing larger amounts of Vitamin C from oxidation damages. Potassium Bitartrate are recommended in order to maintain Cayenne (Fruit) Calcium Citrate and promote good health, and improve Rose Hips (Fruit) immunity. This is especially important Sodium Ascorbate Thyroid FormCode™ since our bodies cannot synthesize Quercetin (Dihydrate) Vitamin C by itself. * Daily Value (DV) not established. Important Factors About Vitamin C • Vitamin C is found in mainly two biologically active forms, the reduced ascorbic acid and the oxidized dehydroascorbic acid. The most commonly used ingredient for vitamin C supplements in the industry is ascorbic Collagen magnified 200nm acid. This ascorbic acid should be oxidized into an intermediate form of C-Comp helps collagen synthesis vitamin C, either as a reduced ascorbic or dehydroascorbic acid before our One of many established functions of body can utilize the supplement. C-Comp is that it plays an important role However, this intermediate form of in collagen synthesis. Collagens are the vitamin C, especially, dehydroascorbic tough, fibrous and intercellular peptide acid is very susceptible to destruction materials and key components of connec- becoming an inactive form called tive tissues for the skin, bones and teeth. diketogulonic acid. Vitamin C is known When vitamin C is deficient, hydroxylation as one of the most easily destroyed of amino acids lysine and proline are com- vitamins by simple exposure to heat and (Continued on back) 60 Capsules light. Therefore in foods cooking can © Inno-Vita 2011- www.inno-vita.com Vitamin C decomposes Other at 190° Celsius, and benefits of has biological half life of 30 Inno-Vita’s C-Comp minutes in the bloodstream. Thus ongoing supplements Absorption are necessary for optimum Key B vitamins such as thiamine, ribofla- absorption. vin, pantothenic acid, folic acid and biotin are activated by adequate quantities of vitamin C. Innno-Vita’s C-Comp will promised which can slow the formation help the body absorb the benefits of B of the stable intracellular fibrous matrix of vitamins at higher levels and increase the ascorbic acids. To improve the stability cross-link peptides. As a result, the aging body’s storage capacity of B vitamins. of this key ingredient and its therapeutic process is accelerated, the skin begins to value, C-Comp is also fortified with a lose its integrity showing more wrinkles, Immune Enhancer number of other co-factors making it a the bone matrix becomes more suscep- truly unique formula such as the follow- tible to fracture, the joints and spine C-Comp will stimulate phagocytic activ- ing: weakened, and the healing of wounds is ity of leukocytes. Taking an adequate slowed. When adequate levels of high amount of C-Comp daily will boost body’s quality vitamin C supplement such as own immune functions and may reduce Inno-Vita’s C-Comp are taken regularly common cold and flu-like symptoms. and as directed, they stimulate hydrox- ylation of lysine and proline and proper Energy & Virility synthesis of collagen occurs. The adrenal gland is stimulated by ACTH Inno-Vita C-Comp aids heavy metal (adrenocorticotrophic hormone) and ste- detoxification process roidogenesis of ACTH is positively related to the amounts of vitamin C intake. When Industrial advancements have surrounded taken with Inno-Vita’s Adrenix, C-Comp us with environmental pollutions includ- can also help balance the activity of the ing harmful heavy metals such as alumi- adrenal gland; increase energy; and help num, mercury, lead, cadmium, tin, arsenic the body release stress. C-Comp also and uranium. If not eliminated from our helps the body protect sperm from harm- bodies promptly, these life-threating ful oxidation. metals can cause serious illnesses and Acerola can hinder various wellness programs. Healthy Co-Factors (Malpighia punicifolia) C-Comp is very effective in heavy metal detoxification. C-Comp helps the body Inno-Vita’s C-Comp contains the high- locate these harmful foreign metals that est quality water-soluble ascorbic acid • Acerola reside in deep tissues of the body; chelate available making it easier for the body with them and thereby deactivating them to breakdown and assimilate. There are Acerola is known for its high vitamin C so they can be removed from the system. many Vitamin C supplements in today’s content; however it also contains several As a result, C-Comp will also promote the market and numerous manufacturers that B vitamins such as niacin, thiamine, and absorption and assimilations of beneficial carry products containing raw ascorbic riboflavin that help the body absorb minerals such as calcium. acid. However, not all utilize quality vitamin C more efficiently. Inno-Vita’s C-Comp is very beneficial • Cranberry for healthy cardiovascular system Signs of Vitamin C Deficiency Cranberry Fruit is also added because Carnitine is an important nutrient for a Mild deficiency: it is a good source of vitamin C and an healthy heart, optimal cardiovascular • Weakness / lethargy antioxidant. The cranberry bark biofla- system, and fat metabolism. Carnitine is • Nosebleeds / from mucous mem- vonoid containing proanthocyanidin is synthesized from two amino acids, lysine branes recognized as one of the most potent and methionine by two hydroxylase • Swollen, spongy gums antioxidants enhancing the activity of enzymes that contain vitamin C. Studies • Lassitude C-Comp. have shown that patients with vitamin • Malaise C deficiency have reduced formations of • Skin spots / most commonly on • Sodium Ascorbate carnitine, which result in an accumulation theighs and legs of triglycerides in the blood lending to • Pale complexion In order for the bio metabolic process of various cardiovascular problems. Inno-Vi- Feels depressed vitamin C to be absorbed in the duo- ta C-Comp will aid the proper functions of • denum and the upper part of the small hydroxylase enzymes; promote carnitine Sevier deficiency: intestine, a small quantity of sodium is synthesis; and increase the health of the • Skin wounds / Jaundice required. Therefore the sodium form heart and cardiovascular system. • Loss of teeth of ascorbic acid (Sodium Ascorbate) is • Fever also included to aid the body’s effective • Neuropathy / Death uptake. Food Fact: To avoid or minimize the loss of Vitamin C in fruit and vegetables, do not cook or store them **This statement has not been evaluated by the Food too long. Cook rapidly with very little water and serve immediately. Steaming vegetables and Drug Administration. This product is not intended will also help minimize this loss. Frozen fruit and vegetables keep more vitamin C. to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any diseases..
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