NOW Supplements, Calcium Ascorbate Powder, Buffered, Antioxidant Protection*, 8-

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 help maintain healthy tissues by neutralizing free radicals generated during normal metabolism and exposure to environmental stressors.* This product supplies calcium ascorbate C, a buffered form of vitamin C that is bioavailable and non-acidic. Natural color variation may occur in this product