NOW C-500 Calcium Ascorbate-C

NOW C-500 Calcium Ascorbate-C, 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 supplies Calcium Ascorbate, a buffered form of Vitamin C that is bioavailable and nonacidic; it is enhanced with Bioflavonoids, which work synergistically with Vitamin C. Calcium Ascorbate-C. Buffered, Non-Acidic. With Bioflavonoids. Supplement Facts: Serving Size: 1 Veg Capsule Amount Per Serving ... %Daily Value Vi