Ester C

Ester C or Esterified C is a cousin of vitamin C and remarkably effective form of it. ^{[1, 2]} Ester C is rapidly absorbed by the body, attains higher intracellular levels and is excreted in much slower manner than vitamin C. ^[1] This increased stability, rapid utilization helps Ester C to provide cardiovascular support and high energy cellular maintenance than vitamin C. ^[1]

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How Ester C Forms

Ester C is created by having the vitamin C react with an essential mineral such as calcium, magnesium, potassium, sodium, or zinc. This process results in the formation of a vitamin which possesses properties similar to vitamin C. ^[2]

How Ester C Works

Esterified vitamin C enters the bloodstream and tissues four times faster than regular forms of vitamin C.  Ester C has capability to move in the blood cells more efficiently and stays in the body tissues longer than vitamin C. Vitamin C levels in the white blood cells achieved by taking esterified vitamin C are four times higher than those achieved with standard vitamin C. ^[2]

Health Benefits of Ester C

Role of Ester C in Cardiovascular Health

Human cardiovascular system is a foundation of our body and exposed to free radical damage. Ester C provides support to cardiovascular health and gives cellular support. ^[1]

Ester C and Sensitive Stomach

People after receiving Ester C with sensitive stomach to acidic foods showed tolerability of Ester C than ascorbic acid. ^[3]

It exhibits its wholesome effects on persistent illness. ^[2]

Ester C – As a Dietary Supplement

A variety of supplements containing Ester C are available in the forms of valuable nutrients like antioxidants Pycnogenol ad proanthocyanidins and the herbs echinacea and garlic.  ^[2]

References:

1. Marcia Zimmerman, CN & Jayson Kroner, CSN. (2006). 7-Syndrome Healing. Page No. 132. Chico, California: Nutrition Solution Publications.
2. Phyllis A. Balch, CNC & James F. Balch, M.D. (2000). Prescription for Nutritional Healing. (3rd edition) Page No. 20, 21. Penguin Putnam INC. New York: Avery.
3. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16644619?ordinalpos=15&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel. Pubmed_DefaultReportPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum
4. http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m0FKA/is_n12_v58/ai_18925103/?tag=content;col1

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