Ultra C 500 - 90 Tabs

Ultra C 500 - 90 Tabs

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GENTLE BUFFERED C TO IMPROVE YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM

Metagenics Ultra C 500 (formerly Ultra Potent-C 500) is an exclusive, patented formula that is designed to enhance the utilization of Vitamin C. Preliminary scientific research suggests that vitamin C in the form of Ultra C may result in improved uptake by white blood cells when compared to regular ascorbic acid. [TABS]

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1 tablet contains:
500 mg
Vitamin C (as Ultra C)
39 mg
Niacin (as niacinamide ascorbate)
24 mg
Calcium (as calcium ascorbate)
3 mg
Magnesium (as magnesim ascorbate)
7 mg
Sodium (as sodium ascorbate)
3 mg
Potassium (as potassium ascorbate)
18 mg
L-lysine HCl
18 mg
Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex [standardized to 45% (8 mg) full spectrum bioflavonoids]
8 mg
Tetrasodium Pyrophosphate
7 mg
Alpha D-Ribofuranose
5 mg
xylitol
5 mg
L-Cysteine
3 mg
L-Glutathione
Other Ingredients: Ultra C, calcium ascorbate, niacinamide ascorbate, ascorbic acid, sodium ascorbate, magnesium ascorbate, L-lysine HCl, ascorbyl palmitate, potassium ascorbate, citrus bioflavonoid complex, tetrasodium pyrophosphate, alpha D-ribofuranose, L-cysteine HCl, xylitol, L-glutathione], microcrystalline cellulose, cellulose, stearic acid (vegetable), croscarmellose sodium, magnesium stearate (vegetable), coating (water, hypromellose, medium chain triglycerides, and hydroxypropylcellulose)

Format

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90 Tabs

Dosage

Take one tablet three times daily or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.

Important Information

Keep out of reach of children.

Highlights
  • Antioxidant protection
  • Collagen Production
  • Immune Booster!
  • Highly absorbable
  • Designed to prevent stomach upset

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Manufacturer Info

For over 30 years, Metagenics has been dedicated to scientific discovery and bringing you the highest quality supplements. Some of Metagenics most popular supplements inlcude Metagenics Ultra Flora, Probiotics, Phytomulti, Clear Change, Ultra Glucose Control, Candibactin-BR and Candibactin-AR. From gluten-free to non-GMO, Metagenics aims to deliver clear and accurately labeled nutritional solutions with over 120 vegetarian supplements.

What you can expect from Ultra C 500 by Metagenics:

-Provides valuable antioxidant protection.
-Supports the production of collagen and connective tissue.
-Supports immune function by helping to promote natural killer cell and white blood cell activity as compared to simple ascorbic acid.
-Features a unique metabolite support system designed to enhance utilization.
-Buffered to help prevent potential stomach upset.

Immune System Support
Reduced in activity by stress, nutrient deficiencies and toxins in the body, your immune system response can be optimized with the right food, supplements and approach to life...

The immune system is the police force of the body. It is a complex system of cells that defend the body from invading organisms, regulate inflammation and control abnormal cell growth. Many organs are involved in the immune response, the bone marrow, lymphatic system, thymus, liver and spleen. Bone marrow produces red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets.

The spleen is a location where immune cells can monitor the blood for foreign matter. It also speeds up red blood cell production and activates blood clotting. The liver can increase body temperature and induce sweating to help fight off infections. The thymus produces B cells, which make antibodies, and T cells, which are part of the immune response.

The immune system is capable of fighting off intruders and remembering them so that they are killed off quickly if they invade again. The immune system must be able to differentiate self from non-self in order to know what to attack. If it does not recognize the body's own tissue than autoimmune diseases occurs.

The immune system can be compromised by:
-physical or emotional stress
-poor dietary habits
-exposure to chemicals and medications
-lack of sleep
-deficiency in friendly bacteria
-lack of physical activity

Physical and emotional stress has been shown in studies to depress the amount of circulating immune cells. Examples of possible stressors are excessive exercise, surgery, a long illness, and loss of a job or death of a loved one. The sympathetic nervous system is activated by stress and causes increased heart rate and blood pressure, and a heightening of the body's senses. It decreases the functioning of systems that are not essential for fighting or fleeing a situation. This includes immunity. Stress also causes increased inflammation and a build up of damaging agents called free radicals. These substances can interfere with normal immune functioning.

Poor dietary habits inhibit the immune system by creating deficiencies in protein, vitamins and minerals. A healthy diet, with sufficient protein intake, supports the immune system because the immune cells are made of protein and are in a constant state of renewal. The immune cells use a variety of vitamins and minerals to carry out their jobs. The most important nutrients are vitamin A, vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium, zinc and essential fatty acids. For example, vitamin C strengthens white blood cells and prevents the multiplication of bacteria and viruses. Deficiency of any one of these nutrients impairs the immune response.

Dietary sugar, especially white sugar, has been directly linked to depression of the immune system, immediately after its consumption. One study showed that eating three and a half oz. of simple sugar reduced the ability of white blood cells to destroy bacteria. Sugar also provides fuel for invading organisms, like bacteria and fungus, thus strengthening their attack.

Sleep is an essential component of our body's repair mechanisms. During sleep the body in an anabolic, or building, state. Insomnia prevents the renewal of immune cells. Over time this leads to a decrease in immune functioning. Lack of sleep also stresses the body and usually occurs with an increase in sympathetic nervous system function. The immune system is depressed by the mechanism described in previous paragraphs.

Many medications, especially cortisone and antibiotics, affect the immune system, especially when taken for long periods of time. Cortisone suppresses the bone marrow and antibiotics kill beneficial bacteria. Toxic substances, including excessive alcohol and heavy metals, depress the function of the immune system or cause immune cells to prematurely die.

Vitamin C and Your Immune System
Vitamin C is most well known for it's ability to fight of colds, but it also has it's benefits for healing wounds and bruising ...

Vitamin C is the most widely used supplement. Humans cannot manufacture their own vitamin C; therefore it must be taken in through the diet. Vitamin C is a water-soluble antioxidant that is used all over the body. It speeds tissue growth and repair, supports hormone production, increases immune system functioning, protects the body from toxins and supports optimal cell development. It also regulates cholesterol, blood pressure and blood clotting.

There are several types of vitamin C. Ascorbic acid is the basic form. To buffer the natural acidity of vitamin C manufacturers can bind it to other molecules. Two examples are calcium ascorbate (Ester-C) and ascorbyl palmitate. It also makes vitamin C easier for the body to absorb and decreases the loss of the vitamin through the urine. This increases the cost of the supplement but it is beneficial to those taking high doses of vitamin C and those who cannot tolerate acidic substances.

Vitamin C comes in a variety of dosage forms including conventional pills, time-released tablets, syrups, powders and chewable tablets. A qualified practitioner can even administer it intravenously. Vitamin C is usually derived from corn or dextrose but tapioca-sourced C is also available. Vitamin C is often combined with bioflavinoids like hesperidin and rutin. These substances work synergistically with Vitamin C. Rose hips are a good substitute for straight vitamin C because they are the richest natural source of vitamin C. Rose hips are also a good source of bioflavinoids. Vitamin C is lost in the urine only a few hours after it is taken so frequent dosing is important.

Vitamin C needs are increased if you use oral contraceptives, antidepressants, analgesics, anticoagulants, steroids or alcohol. Cooking, light, oxygen, tobacco smoke and carbon monoxide destroy Vitamin C. Vitamin C supplements should be taken away from ginseng. Some diabetic medications and sulfa drugs may be less effective when taken with vitamin C. Cell growth patients undergoing treatment should seek advice regarding vitamin C supplementation.
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