{"product_id":"vitamin-c-500mg-capsules","title":"Pure Vitamin C 500mg, Ascorbic Acid | Vitamin C | 90 Capsules","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eMetabolics Vitamin C \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eWhat is Metabolics Vitamin C?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eVitamin C is a water-soluble nutrient that must be obtained daily through diet, as the body cannot produce or store it. It’s found in fresh fruits and vegetables, but is easily lost through cooking or prolonged storage. Concentrated in metabolically active organs like the adrenal glands and brain, vitamin C plays a vital role in immunity, collagen synthesis, and antioxidant defence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eMetabolics Vitamin C provides 100% pure ascorbic acid in an easy-to-take capsule, free from fillers, binders, and artificial additives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvisory Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consuming greater than 1000mg may cause mild stomach upset in sensitive individuals If you have a sensitive stomach, we recommend our \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metabolics.com\/products\/vitamin-c-buffered-pot-of-90-capsules?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=buffered\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eVitamin C Buffered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e(90 capsules). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eWho is Metabolics Vitamin C for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eMetabolics Vitamin C is ideal for individuals looking to support immune function, energy production, skin integrity, and joint health. It is particularly relevant for those experiencing physical or emotional stress, individuals with low fruit and vegetable intake, vegetarians who may require enhanced iron absorption, athletes or those with high levels of physical activity, and anyone prone to fatigue or recurring infections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eVitamin C is rapidly absorbed in the intestines and reaches peak levels in the bloodstream within approximately two hours. However, it is also quickly metabolised and excreted, with blood levels often declining within 3–4 hours. Due to this short half-life, smaller, more frequent doses may be more effective than a single large dose. Vitamin C requirements may increase during periods of stress, smoking, alcohol consumption, or when taking certain medications, such as some antibiotics, which can accelerate its depletion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eKey Benefits of Vitamin C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eCollagen Formation\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eVitamin C is an essential cofactor for prolyl and lysyl hydroxylase—enzymes that catalyse the hydroxylation of proline and lysine residues in procollagen. This hydroxylation is critical for the stabilisation of collagen’s triple-helix structure, which gives connective tissues their strength and elasticity. Without adequate vitamin C, collagen synthesis is impaired, leading to weakened tissue integrity, evident in symptoms of scurvy such as bleeding gums, joint pain, and fragile skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eNervous System \u0026amp; Psychological Function\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eVitamin C supports normal nervous system function and contributes to psychological wellbeing. It acts as a cofactor for dopamine β-hydroxylase, enabling the conversion of dopamine to norepinephrine—important for mood, alertness, and stress response. It also plays a role in the metabolism of tyrosine, folic acid, and tryptophan, helping to produce key neurotransmitters such as dopamine, epinephrine, and serotonin. Additionally, vitamin C supports neurotransmitter activity, myelin formation, and receptor function in the brain, helping to maintain mental clarity, emotional balance, and overall neurological health.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eEnergy-Yielding Metabolism\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eVitamin C is indispensable in the biosynthesis of carnitine, a compound responsible for transporting long-chain fatty acids into mitochondria for β-oxidation—an essential step in ATP production. This explains the link between vitamin C deficiency and physical fatigue, as carnitine depletion directly impairs cellular energy production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eImmune System Function\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eVitamin C supports both innate and adaptive immunity. It enhances the function of phagocytes, lymphocytes, and neutrophils, and modulates cytokine production. It also maintains immune competence during and after intense physical exercise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eAntioxidant Defence\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eAs a potent free radical scavenger, vitamin C protects DNA, proteins, and lipids from oxidative damage. It also regenerates oxidised vitamin E, supporting the antioxidant defence network throughout the body.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eIron Absorption\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eNon-haem iron (found in plants) is less bioavailable than haem iron. Vitamin C reduces ferric iron (Fe³\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Cambria Math',serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Cambria Math';\"\u003e⁺\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e) to the more absorbable ferrous form (Fe²\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Cambria Math',serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Cambria Math';\"\u003e⁺\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e) and forms soluble iron complexes, enhancing uptake in the small intestine. This function is especially important for vegetarians, menstruating women, and individuals with low iron status.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReduction of Fatigue\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eVitamin C contributes to reducing tiredness and fatigue, particularly through its role in carnitine production and immune resilience. It is rapidly used up in times of physical or emotional stress, smoking, or illness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eSigns of deficiency \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"LTR\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eFrequent infections\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"LTR\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eFatigue and low energy\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"LTR\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eEasy bruising\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"LTR\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eBleeding gums or nosebleeds\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"LTR\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eJoint or muscle aches\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"LTR\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eSlow wound healing\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"LTR\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eDry, splitting hair or rough skin\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eSevere deficiency results in scurvy, historically seen in people with no access to fresh produce for extended periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eWhy choose Metabolics Vitamin C?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Wingdings; mso-fareast-font-family: Wingdings; mso-bidi-font-family: Wingdings;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol'; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"LTR\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e100% Pure Vitamin C – No fillers, binders, or artificial additives\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Wingdings; 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