Detox C – Gluten Free Vitamin C Supplement
This Ultra Powerful Nutrient Helps Your Body Repair and Recover From Gluten Induced Inflammation…
Adrenal burnout, reduced immune function, and increased inflammation are just a few of the side effects caused by a lack of vitamin C. This crucial nutrient plays a major rule in the repair and recovery process of those with gluten sensitivity. Unfortunately, a multivitamin does not contain enough. Let’s take a look at 9 key functions of Vitamin C (ascorbate):
Vitamin C Found To Reduce Inflammation Caused by Gluten
A new research study has identified that vitamin C reduces inflammatory damage induced by gluten. The authors of the study state the following:
“Ascorbate decreases the mucosal inflammatory response to gluten…”
Research Resource: Allergol Immunopathol (Madr). 2012 Jan-Feb;40(1):3-8. Epub 2011 Mar 21.
Gluten Induced Damage Can Cause Vitamin C Deficiency
This is just one more reason to make sure that you are checking your vitamin and mineral levels twice per year. So many of us are cross contaminated with gluten on a regular basis, and lack of this essential vitamin could contribute to even greater damage. It is a well established fact that gluten can contribute to vitamin and mineral deficiencies. Most doctors measure for iron and vitamin D levels as part of their standard laboratory follow up in patients with celiac disease. Unfortunately, only looking at iron and vitamin D is not comprehensive enough because nutritional deficiencies (and in this case – vitamin C) can reduce a patients ability to heal and respond to a gluten free diet.
Benefits of Vitamin C
- Improved blood vessel and cardiovascular integrity
- Regulates hormone health
- Preserves the adrenal glands
- Regulates the production of neurotransmitters (chemicals used by the brain to communicate to the body)
- Promotes immune system health
- Enhances nitrous oxide (NO) functions (potent chemical that regulates antioxidant status and blood pressure)
- Enhances and repairs cellular detoxification functions
- Enhances ATP energy compound production
- Enhances healthy bone formation
- Enhances and rebuilds glutathione (a potent antioxidant system and liver detoxifier) functions
- Promotes iron balance and absorption
- Reduces and prevents bioaccumulation of toxins
- Improves gastric transit time
- Improves the quality of gastric acid
- Protects DNA from oxidative damage
- Reduces toxic minerals in body
- Enhances natural anti-cancer surveillance
- Helps the body kill cancer cells
Signs & Symptoms of Vitamin C Deficiency:
- Dry and splitting hair
- Inflammation of the gums (gingivitis)
- Rough, dry, scaly skin (hyperkeratosis)
- Easy bruising and slow healing
- Infertility
- Histamine elevations (leads to increased environmental allergies)
- Easy bruising
- Spontaneous nosebleeds
- Weakened enamel of the teeth
- Swollen and painful joints
- Gallstone formation
- Anemia
- Increased susceptibility to infection
- Weight gain (due to metabolic slowing)
- Weight loss
Drugs/Medications that deplete or interfere with Vitamin C
Remember, if you are taking certain medications, you may also be blocking the effects of this powerful nutrient. Some of the most commom vitamin C blockers and disruptors are listed below:
- Aspirin and other NSAIDS
- Birth control pills (oral contraceptives and hormone replacement)
- Cyclosporine
- Corticosteroids and glucocorticoids
- Furosemide (Lasix), and other diuretics such as caffeine
- Heparin and coumadin (blood thinners)
Food Sources for Vitamin C
Food sources of vitamin C are essential. Keep in mind that with over farming of soil, environmental pollutants, use of growth hormones, pesticides, etc have all contributed to a lower level of vitamin C concentration in many foods. The following is a list of some excellent food based sources:
- High: Acercola cherries, broccoli, brussel sprouts, collards, guava, rose hips, black currant
- Moderate: Cabbage, spinach, citrus fruits, strawberries, cauliflower, chives, green peppers (jalapenos), red peppers, watermelon, tomatoes, kiwi, mango, cranberries, potatoes, winter squash, raspberries, blueberries, pineapple
Functions of Vitamin C Needed For Those Recovering From Gluten Exposure
Vitamin C is a potent immune modulator and it helps with antioxidant function. That means it is crucial for calming down an overactive immune response as well as protecting cells from ongoing inflammatory damage. Vitamin C helps the adrenal glands make epinephrine, norepinephrine, and cortisol. These hormones are vital for reducing inflammation and regulating the stress response. When these functions falter, many doctors refer to it as ADRENAL BURNOUT. Vitamin C helps the body form collage, a structural protein that gives the skin elasticity and integrity… Some of the most common symptoms of vitamin C deficiency are bleeding gums, and easy bruising. Warning: Many forms of vitamin C are derived form corn. Corn is a major problem for those with gluten issues, and I have seen patients have issues with corn derived forms of vitamin C. Aside from the problem with corn, many brands of vitamin C are not fully reduced. This equates to a less potent supplement with diminished benefit. That is one of the reasons why I developed Detox C. Detox C is a fully reduced, corn free, ascorbate (vitamin C) with absolutely no fillers, no grain, no yeast, no MSG, no dairy, and no sugar. There are no hidden chemicals or preservatives, just pure vitamin C. There is absolutely nothing in this product that is not listed on the label:
Most vitamin C products on the market are counter productive for those with gluten sensitivity because they contain hard to digest fillers and are produced from vitamin C. Each tabsule of Detox C contains 1000 mg of fully reduced pure vitamin C.
FAQ’s
- How many should I take to help fight inflammation and aid repair? Vitamin C is very safe to take. The typical adult dose is 3-5 grams per day. Detox C can be taken in much higher doses (up to 10 grams/day) without fear of toxicity or negative side effects.
- Are there any common allergens in this product? NO.
Annette (verified purchase) –
I use Detox 2 times a day & went 2 years without being sick even when being around others with a cold. I recommend them to me friends and have bought them and given them for a gift to friends.
jenlmgee (verified purchase) –
This is a high quality supplement. I take 4 grams a day currently (in split doses) and have had no issues with it whatsoever (I can be pretty sensitive to supplements and have had issues with Vitamin C in the past —presumably because those other vitamin C supplements were corn derived).
I am very pleased with the quality. Have signed up for the convenience shipping because it is one of my core supplements. Highly recommend!
Beverly (verified purchase) –
I came down with many food allergies about six years ago at age 68. I finally found a nutritionist who specializes in food allergies, and she recommended this product. Since I have to be very careful about ingredients in supplements, this one proved to be fine And have been taking it for more than a year.
Al Saukaitis (verified purchase) –
I have always believed in supplementing my immune system with Vitamin C. Dr. Osborne’s Vitamin C is gluten free, high quality and is not made in China. My son and I never get sick. We do take Vitamin C, D, A especially during this latest threat to our health. I do not believe in flu shots or vaccines as they are unproven ways to protect your health.
Gail Nason (verified purchase) –
I like the fact I can rely on this product being truly gluten free. But they do come with broken tabsules and sometimes I have trouble swallowing them.
Peter Osborne –
Gail,
Sorry to hear you received your supplement this way. Please reach out to our customer service department glutenology@gmail.com
Sue (verified purchase) –
Although I’m not completely sure about this form of vitamin C, we have been taking them for about a year and not gotten sick. I like the tablets too, easy to take.
Rhonda Sproviero (verified purchase) –
I love the Detox C product! I am a firm believer of vitamin C for immune health and a myriad of other benefits like heart health and for my endocrine system as I have Hashimotos. When we had COVID at our house, I took detox C about every half hour and only had minimal symptoms. Great product!!
Morgan R Brown (verified purchase) –
Helped clear up my BV in no time at all and just feel better overall!
Lien (verified purchase) –
This Detox C clears away the discomfort in my shoulders. Years ago I fell down several times and twisted my shoulders. Now the pain and discomfort comes every so often. For some reason this detox C helps a lot. I use Detox C 3 times a day.
Thank you Dr. Osborne!
Suzanne Ludlam (verified purchase) –
Since my husband and I started taking Detox C about 3 years ago, we haven’t had a single contagious illness, not even a cold! Thank you, Dr. Osborne, for offering the best for seniors like us with autoimmune disease.