Bioceuticals Ultra Potent C 500g

Ultra Potent-C combines a high dose of various forms of vitamin C, together with zinc, vitamin E, betacarotene and rutin in an easy-to-mix-and-drink oral powder for immune system and antioxidant support.

Features:

• 2.45g of total vitamin C per 4g dose.
• A blend of three ascorbates providing optimal delivery of vitamin C with minimal gastrointestinal discomfort.
• Contains zinc chelated to an amino acid; known to enhance zinc absorption. In the amino acid chelate form zinc bisglycinate, zinc had an increased bioavailability of 43% in women.
• Vitamin E, betacarotene and rutin provide additional nutritional and antioxidant support.
• May reduce the severity and duration of symptoms associated with the common cold.
• Provides nutrients for immune support and maintenance.
• Contribute to the body's antioxidant defence systems.
• Vitamin C is involved in adrenal hormone production.
• May provide nutritional support for healthy connective tissue.
• Vitamin C is involved in minor wound-healing, the cross-linking of collagen, and the synthesis of hormones and neurotransmitters.
• Helps maintain healthy sperm; including quality, motility and number.
• Assists normal iron metabolism.
• Natural orange flavour for a pleasant-tasting beverage.
• Vegan and vegetarian friendly.

 

Ingredients

 

Each 4g dose contains:
Ascorbic acid (vitamin C)	1.8g
Sodium ascorbate	529mg
equiv. ascorbic acid	470mg
Calcium ascorbate dihydrate	218mg
equiv. ascorbic acid	180mg
Total ascorbic acid (vitamin C)	2.45g
d-alpha tocopheryl acid succinate	83mg
equiv. vitamin E	100IU
Rutin	78mg
Zinc (as amino acid chelate)	5mg
Betacarotene (natural)	1.5mg

 

No added dairy, gluten, shellfish, soy protein, yeast.

Pregnancy friendly.

Vegan and vegetarian friendly.

 

Cautions

• If symptoms persist consult your healthcare practitioner.
• Contains 192.4mg sodium per dose.
• Not to be used in children under two years of age without medical advice.
• Vitamin supplements should not replace a balanced diet.
• Always read the label. Use only as directed.
• If you have any pre-existing conditions, are on any medications, always talk to your health professional before use.
• Some products should be ceased at least two weeks before any elective surgery, please confirm with your health professional.

Prescribing Information:

• The active ingredients contained in this product have not been shown to be contraindicated during pregnancy or lactation.
• The tolerable upper limit (UL) for vitamin C is 2000mg per day for pregnant or breastfeeding women aged 19 years and older, and 1800mg per day for pregnant or breastfeeding women aged 14-18 years.
• Do not exceed a daily intake of 200mg of vitamin C in patients with haemochromatosis.
• High doses of vitamins C or E may reduce the response to warfarin.
• Medications that may lower vitamin C levels include aspirin and corticosteroids.
• Taking more than 40mg of zinc per day over a period of weeks may interfere with copper bioavailability.
• Substances that may affect zinc absorption or excretion include high dietary calcium intake, coffee, folate, supplemental iron, NSAIDs, antibiotics and diuretics.

 

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