Tag Archives: Vitamin C

Antioxidant Pro-oxidant Obfuscation

Posted on October 19, 2013 by Robert Barrington

hey say that a little knowledge is a dangerous thing. This adage is never more true when it comes to medical professionals commenting on nutrition. Nutrition and human metabolism are highly complex subjects that require years of study to understand … Continue reading →

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Vitamin C Reduced Blood Pressure: More Evidence

Posted on August 11, 2013 by Robert Barrington

hat free radicals are implicated in the aetiology of hypertension is evidenced by the beneficial effects of increased dietary antioxidants on blood pressure. The exact reason why antioxidants are beneficial at reducing blood pressure is not known, but may relate … Continue reading →

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Stop Smoking: Boost Vitamin C

Posted on May 11, 2013 by Robert Barrington

mokers have depressed levels of certain antioxidant in their plasma. Theory suggests this is because the free radicals in cigarette smoke deplete the antioxidants, which may subsequently increases the risk of diseases such as cancer. However, a study published in … Continue reading →

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Vitamin C: Lowers Blood Pressure

Posted on May 2, 2013 by Robert Barrington

itamin C (here) is an essential water soluble vitamin that is best known for its role as an antioxidant. Present in high concentrations in fruits, particularly citrus, vitamin C is known to suppress free radical induced tissue damage through its … Continue reading →

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