It helps to reduce damage to body tissues by free radicals, including those generated by cigarette smoke and those produced by immune activity.
Vitamin C is essential for the formation of connective tissue in the skin, joints, bones, tendons, ligaments, spinal discs and the walls of blood vessels. Formation of the amino acid Carnitine is dependent on Vitamin C and Carnitine deficiency can cause fatigue and muscle weakness . Vitamin C helps to increase iron absorption from vegetarian foods, which may help fatigue and weakness due to iron deficiency.
In a convenient sachet, Melrose Vitamin C is an excellent way to add or include Vitamin C to the diet.

Features and benefits
• Helps support a healthy immune system
• Helps reduce the severity and duration of colds
• Contributes to the production of collagen and cartilage supporting healthy bones, skin and teeth
• Assists in the healthy development and growth of bones
• Supports connective tissue
• Rich source of antioxidants
• Supports body detoxification
• Populations with exposure to pollution may benefit from taking vitamin C
• Helps iron absorption
• Aids in general well-being


Physical description
• Very fine
• Free flowing powder

Flavour
• Tart -unflavoured

Suggested Serving Size & Uses
• Simply add 1 - 3 grams of Melrose Vitamin C powder daily to a glass of fruit juice or water and stir until dissolved. Children over 2 - half adult dose.
Two grams = 1 level 2.5 ml metric spoon.
Each 1g dose contains:
Ascorbic Acid 1000mg

Storage
• Store in a cool (less than 30ªC), dry area.

Cautions
• Not to be used in children under two years of age without medical advice.
• Vitamin supplements should not replace a balanced diet. High doses of Vitamin C, usually greater than 5g daily, may cause flatulence and mild diarrhoea when the absorption threshold is reached. If symptoms persist consult your healthcare professional.
Free From Lactose, Dairy, Wheat, Gluten, Yeast, Artificial flavours, Colours or Preservatives. GM Free.

Available in 125 gm sachets. Up to 125 doses per sachet.