An essential water-soluble vitamin, with a vital role in normal collagen formation, immune function and everyday energy metabolism.
What it is
Vitamin C acts as a cofactor for enzymes called prolyl and lysyl hydroxylases. These enzymes modify amino acids in newly made collagen, helping its three protein chains form a stable triple helix. This is why vitamin C has a recognised role in normal collagen formation.
More than a collagen companion
Vitamin C also contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism and helps protect cells from oxidative stress. Because humans cannot make it, it needs to come from our diet.
Where it fits in our range
Our Vitamin C & Zinc capsules combine two essential nutrients in one formula. Our collagen blends pair peptides with vitamin C, while the A-Z multivitamin includes it alongside other daily nutrients.
Why we use it
We include vitamin C because it contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin, bones and cartilage. It also contributes to normal immune function and the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. You will find it in our Vitamin C & Zinc complex, collagen blends and multivitamin formula.
- Normal collagen formation
- Normal immune function
- Reduction of tiredness and fatigue
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Did You Know?
Vitamin C helps the enzymes that stabilise collagen’s triple helix. Humans cannot make vitamin C, so it needs to come from our diet.
Scientific Studies
Want To Learn More?
Vitamin C is a cofactor for the enzymes that help stabilise collagen structure. Its authorised benefits include normal collagen formation, immune function and energy-yielding metabolism. The NIH fact sheet explains the underlying nutrient biology and dietary sources.
Products with this ingredient
- High Strength Vitamin C 1500mg and Zinc 40mg
- High Strength Vitamin C and Zinc
- High Strength Marine Collagen Capsules 2400mg