Vitamin C

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1000 mg a day of Vit C....I have to take every day.

I take also Acerola...nice sort of vitamine C.

Trudy

[Guest guest]

, I take only a relatively low dose of 3,000 to 4,000 mg of

vitamin C because I'm also recycling spent vitamin C by increasing my

glutathione levels with the undenatured whey and 200 mcg selenium.

Before we got into glutathione to recycle antioxidants it was more

common for people to take vitamin C to the limit of bowel tolerance,

around 12 grams or so, and up to almost 20 grams.

Duncan

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> Duncan-

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> How much Vitamin C do you take a day?

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I've read that Vitamin C can be completely used up in the body in four

hours (or less). Once it hits the blood stream it has a half life of

only 30 minutes. Meaning that half is gone or used up in 30 minutes and

in 30 more minutes another half, etc.

So the old adage of once a day isn't really valid anymore. We should be

getting vitamin C into our bodies all day long ... or at least every

" about " four hours.

" Ascorbate, The Science of Vitamin C " By Hickey and . ISBN

1-4116-0724-4

Excellent book. can be bought from Amazon.com or direct from

www.lulu.com (the publishers)

Ron

Gertrude wrote:

>1000 mg a day of Vit C....I have to take every day.

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>I take also Acerola...nice sort of vitamine C.

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>Trudy

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Thing is vitamin C might be used up -- the FIRST TIME -- in four to

six hours, but it is regenerated by glutathione if glutathione is

present, rather than being expelled as a waste product.

Duncan

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> >1000 mg a day of Vit C....I have to take every day.

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> >I take also Acerola...nice sort of vitamine C.

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> >Trudy

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> " If you think health is expensive,

> wait until you try disease " Merlyn Anderberg

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[Guest guest]

>

> hi bee

>

> i have just realized that u recommend 1,000mg vit c tablet and 3,000

> sodium ascorbate. i've been taking about 6,000mg in capsual (natural

factors) is that ok?

==>Yes it is okay.

>

> also could my stomach swelling up everytime i eat anything have

> something to do with weak digestion?

==>Yes, you could try improving your digestion per that section of my

article or do a search on my new website for digestion.

Bee

[Guest guest]

>

> I was reading the files on Vitamin's all day yesterday. I wanted to

> know why the levels of Vitamin C are what seems to me on the high

side. It says mimium Vitamin C dose is 1,000 mg supplement and 3,000

mg of sodium ascorbate. Are both needed?

>

==>Lynn, 4,000 mg of vitamin C per day minimum is what is recommended

by Linus ing, the Guru of vitamin C, and the founder of

Orthomolecular Medicine.

Bee

[Guest guest]

Hi Bee,

I ordered the vitamins & supplements from Natural Factors which I

received this afternoon. They sent me everything except for the

ascorbic acid saying that it has been discontinued. Is there

something else I should take instead?

Thanks!!

Lynn

>

> > ==>Amy, thanks for checking it out. That really helps me too. I

> actually like the taste of it in cool water.

>

> Bee

>

[Guest guest]

>

> Hi Bee,

>

> I ordered the vitamins & supplements from Natural Factors which I

> received this afternoon. They sent me everything except for the

> ascorbic acid saying that it has been discontinued. Is there

> something else I should take instead?

>

==>Lynn, you can take more of the vitamin C tablets; instead of taking

1,000 mg per day take 4,000 mg.

Bee

[Guest guest]

> ==>Lynn, you can take more of the vitamin C tablets; instead of taking

> 1,000 mg per day take 4,000 mg.

Something occurred to me, Bee. If one can do this, is there any reason

that one can't take 1g Vit C with all the bioflavanoids and then 3 more

grams throughout the day of calcium ascorbate? I know you're not a big fan

of " Ester-C " , but the calcium ascorbate is buffered (like the sodium

asorbate) to protect the teeth and stomach, and you can supplement some of

your calcium that way too. I was just wondering if that might work if

someone doesn't want to do the crystals/baking soda.

Actually, I used to take lots of calcium ascorbate, and I did feel fine

taking it, but I switched to what you recommend once I ran out of the

calcium asorbate.

And for the original poster, I got my ascorbic acid crystals from

vitacost. They're a brand called All One, and they were reasonably

priced. If you're here in the US, you can get some great stuff from

there, and they have flat-rate shipping. You can't get EVERYTHING there,

but they're a good option for a lot of stuff.

Thanks, Bee!

in IN

[Guest guest]

> Something occurred to me, Bee. If one can do this, is there any

reason that one can't take 1g Vit C with all the bioflavanoids and

then 3 more grams throughout the day of calcium ascorbate? I know

you're not a big fan of " Ester-C " , but the calcium ascorbate is

buffered (like the sodium asorbate) to protect the teeth and

stomach, and you can supplement some of your calcium that way too.

I was just wondering if that might work if someone doesn't want to

do the crystals/baking soda.

==>Yes it would work okay but it is harder to regulate the amount of

calcium that way, particularly when a person needs to take more

vitamin C for constipation or to treat something.

>

> Actually, I used to take lots of calcium ascorbate, and I did feel

fine taking it, but I switched to what you recommend once I ran out

of the calcium asorbate.

==>That's good, and do ensure you are not taking too much calcium

and also take magnesium.

Bee

[Guest guest]

> ==>Yes it would work okay but it is harder to regulate the amount of

> calcium that way, particularly when a person needs to take more

> vitamin C for constipation or to treat something.

I would certainly be mindful of the calcium, and since I've never had a

constipation issue, I don't see that as a problem. I would, however, need

to do something a little different if I were sick (since I've taken as

many as 20g/day of Vit C when I'm really sick.)

> ==>That's good, and do ensure you are not taking too much calcium

> and also take magnesium.

*nod* Not a problem.

I always get more than enough magnesium. I take about 800mg/day,

actually. It helps with some of the other issues I've got going. I've

known about the wonders of magnesium for a long time.

in IN

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--- Wittekind <starlite@...>

wrote:

" Mix equal amounts of ascorbic acid and baking soda "

Do you know what the baking soda is for?

> This is going to sound awful, but I rarely use

> deodorant anymore.

No not at all. I was actually considering that

myself. Most of the natural deodorants are quite

ineffective anyways, so if I only shower every day

that's probably enough.

> I wonder if it's equally good to use calcium

ascorbate crystals?

> Bee doesn't recommend calcium ascorbate because you

> can't megadose it if you're sick or constipated

without getting too >much calcium.

Thanks that's very helpful to know. I'll buy an other

one to have in emergencies.

However, it's my only source of calcium at the moment

cause I've got such extreme musicle tentions that I

only add magnesium in high doses.

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>

> " Mix equal amounts of ascorbic acid and baking soda "

>

> Do you know what the baking soda is for?

==>Baking soda is to buffer the ascorbic acid crystals so they aren't

so hard on your teeth or stomach.

>

> > Bee doesn't recommend calcium ascorbate because you

> > can't megadose it if you're sick or constipated

> without getting too >much calcium.

>

> Thanks that's very helpful to know. I'll buy an other

> one to have in emergencies. However, it's my only source of

calcium at the moment cause I've got such extreme musicle tentions

that I only add magnesium in high doses.

==>You are probably getting extreme muscle tension from too much

calcium in the sodium ascorbate. How much calcium are you getting in

it per day?

Luv, Bee

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> ==>You are probably getting extreme muscle tension from too much

> calcium in the sodium ascorbate. How much calcium are you getting in

> it per day?

Bee,

I happen to have some calcium ascorbate powder in the house (by NOW), and

it's got 820mg Vit. C and 90mg Ca per 1/4 teaspoon. Even if were

using a similar product as her only source of C, it doesn't seem to me

that she'd be getting too much Ca (since that'd only be 360mg there

abouts.)

I've looked at some other products that have as much as 1000mg C and 100mg

Ca per 1/4 teaspoon, but that's still not too bad, I wouldn't think.

in IN

[Guest guest]

> Bee,

>

> I happen to have some calcium ascorbate powder in the house (by NOW),

and it's got 820mg Vit. C and 90mg Ca per 1/4 teaspoon. Even if

were using a similar product as her only source of C, it doesn't seem

to me that she'd be getting too much Ca (since that'd only be 360mg

there abouts.)

>

> I've looked at some other products that have as much as 1000mg C and

100mg Ca per 1/4 teaspoon, but that's still not too bad, I wouldn't

think.

==>That is true , but most people do not realize that it contains

calcium and that they must lower their other calcium dose because of

it. If they are taking the recommended amounts of cal/mag, that's 600

mg total per day, plus the above 360 mg = a total of 960 mg per day

which is too much, and it throws off the balance of magnesium to it too.

Bee

[Guest guest]

> ==>That is true , but most people do not realize that it contains

> calcium and that they must lower their other calcium dose because of

> it. If they are taking the recommended amounts of cal/mag, that's 600

> mg total per day, plus the above 360 mg = a total of 960 mg per day

> which is too much, and it throws off the balance of magnesium to it too.

Absolutely, and I was sure to mention that when I talked about calcium

ascorbate. Sounds like 's in OK shape though if she's not taking any

extra calcium (in that she's not getting too much, anyway.)

Speaking of Vit. C, what's your take on ascorbic acid by itself? I know

that it can be hard on the stomach/teeth if it's not buffered, but I

really struggle with the salty taste that baking soda adds. (I've never

been a big salt fan, so that salty taste is pretty tough for me.) Any

ideas?

in IN

[Guest guest]

> Absolutely, and I was sure to mention that when I talked about

calcium ascorbate. Sounds like 's in OK shape though if she's

not taking any extra calcium (in that she's not getting too much,

anyway.)

==>Yes I believe is okay.

>

> Speaking of Vit. C, what's your take on ascorbic acid by itself? I

know that it can be hard on the stomach/teeth if it's not buffered,

but I really struggle with the salty taste that baking soda adds.

(I've never been a big salt fan, so that salty taste is pretty tough

for me.) Any ideas?

==>You can take ascorbic acid crystals in water without baking soda

if you wish. I suggest you have it with food and that you drink

plain water afterward, swishing it around in your mouth so it doesn't

affect your teeth. Watering it down more helps too. Some people put

it in the electrolyte drink, making up a jug for the entire day.

Some add it to chilled tea, etc. There are many combinations that

taste good and work well.

I hope that helps.

Bee

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

I mix sodium ascorbate in a little (about 3 mouthfuls) warm water and drink it.

I find that if I breathe while drinking it smells terrible, so I hold my breath

while I take the mouthful. It's over quickly and it doesn't taste that bad.

-Judy

Re: [ ] Re: Vitamin C

> > ==>That is true , but most people do not realize that it

> contains> calcium and that they must lower their other calcium

> dose because of

> > it. If they are taking the recommended amounts of cal/mag,

> that's 600

> > mg total per day, plus the above 360 mg = a total of 960 mg per day

> > which is too much, and it throws off the balance of magnesium to

> it too.

>

> Absolutely, and I was sure to mention that when I talked about

> calcium

> ascorbate. Sounds like 's in OK shape though if she's not

> taking any

> extra calcium (in that she's not getting too much, anyway.)

>

> Speaking of Vit. C, what's your take on ascorbic acid by itself? I

> know

> that it can be hard on the stomach/teeth if it's not buffered, but

> I

> really struggle with the salty taste that baking soda adds. (I've

> never

> been a big salt fan, so that salty taste is pretty tough for me.)

> Any

> ideas?

>

> in IN

>

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--- Bee <beeisbuzzing2003@...> wrote:

==>You are probably getting extreme muscle tension

> from too much calcium in the sodium ascorbate. How

much calcium

> are you getting in it per day?

I'm still only able to take about 1000 mgs cause I get

a diarrhea so easily.

I kind of feel as if my increased musicle tention

could be due to the detox symptoms?

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>

> ==>You are probably getting extreme muscle tension

> > from too much calcium in the sodium ascorbate. How

> much calcium are you getting in it per day?

>

> I'm still only able to take about 1000 mgs cause I get

> a diarrhea so easily. I kind of feel as if my increased musicle

tention could be due to the detox symptoms?

==>Some muscle aches, pains, and stiffness can be due to detoxing

symptoms, but high calcium intake also causes stiffness, cramps and

tension. Calcium keeps the muscle taunt and magnesium relaxes them.

That's why a balance is so important. Most people need much more

magnesium than calcium as well. I take almost 3 times as much

magnesium as I do calcium. You might find a difference in your

muscles when you lower your calcium intake.

Luv, Bee

[Guest guest]

--- Bee <beeisbuzzing2003@...> wrote:

> You might find a

> difference in your

> muscles when you lower your calcium intake.

Thanks loads. Yes, I bought another C vitamin powere

yesterday that I'll be using instead this month.

You're amazing for answering all these emails btw!

I'm feeling great and strong today. My partner can't

believe that I'm the same person up at 6 am with a

smile who used to be dragging her feet at noon....

(smiley)

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>

> Hello everyone,

>

> It's taking me a while to get my head around vitamin C.

> Here are Bee's instructions:

>

> 5. Vitamin C, containing rosehips, citrus bioflavonoids, hesperidin

> and rutin. Take 4,000 mgs in divided doses (1,000 mgs 4 times per

> day). The best combination of vitamin C to take is:

>

> · 1,000 mgs from a Vitamin C supplement containing rosehips,

> citrus bioflavonoids, hesperidin and rutin plus

>

> · 3,000 mgs of sodium ascorbate.

>

> Sodium ascorbate is a combination of powdered ascorbic acid

crystals

> and baking soda. Most ascorbic acid contains 1,000 to 1,200 mgs of

> vitamin C for 1/4 teaspoon. Mix equal amounts of ascorbic acid and

> baking soda, and then add filtered water. If you get loose stools

> by taking 4,000 mgs per day you might need to start with less and

> gradually increase it – only increase the amount every 5 days.

> Vitamin C Dose: Take 4,000 mgs or more daily in divided doses.

>

> On one of my vit C supplement bottle's ingredient list, it lists

> first 'Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid)'

>

> My question is, would it be okay to take 4,000mgs of these tablets

> per day, along with the suggested amount of baking soda, rather

than getting the ascorbic acid crystals separately and mixing with

baking soda?

==>Yes, that is okay to take only vitamin C tablets, but like

said it is cheaper to take sodium ascorbate.

Bee

[Guest guest]

Be recommends 1 gram 4 times per day. (One of those being vit c

capsules with bioflavinoids).

Doug

is absorbed. Is this right?

>

> I've been taking 2 grams twice a day. Should I rather take 1 gram four

> times a day? Or is this totally irrelevant question here?

>

> Thanks in advance!

>

> Luv, Kaisa

>

[Guest guest]

>

> Hey!

>

> I hope everybody is fine, haven't been online for a while.

> I started doing nutrition studies at uni and learned that if you take

> 1 gram of ascorbic acid 75% of it absorbs. If you take 3 grams only

> 40% is absorbed. So, if one takes 2 grams of ascocbic acid a little

> more than 50% is absorbed. Is this right?

>

> I've been taking 2 grams twice a day. Should I rather take 1 gram four

> times a day? Or is this totally irrelevant question here?

>

==>Hi Kaisa. Do you have a reference?

Bee

[Guest guest]

>

> Just wondering if anyone knows what this is. I have big

reactions to the dosage of vitamin C on the program. I know it is an

anti-yeast agent for me because about 25 years ago my chiropractor

put me on similar doses, and the white on my tongue disappeared for

the first time ever. I had to stop because my heart would really

race after just a flight of stairs.

What I'm having now is increased lung trouble after taking the C.

Lots of coughing and that heavy feeling in my lungs, like I can't get

a full breath. I had to completely stop the C when I had a

respiratory infection a few weeks ago, and within 24 hours of

stopping, my lungs were great. I've tried it twice now, and an hour

after taking the C the lungs tighten up again. The reason I started

to go on the program was because of mold exposure to my lungs that

chain reacted lots of intolerances. Could this just be die-off? I

get the feeling I need to work through it and let the yeast be

killed. Any thoughts?

==>Yes Joanna, your symptoms are die-off symptoms, and probably also

because of retracing previous symptoms per Hering's Law of Cures

(discussed in my main candida article & also on my website). When

you stop the vitamin C the symptoms stop because vitamin C is exactly

what your body needs to heal your lungs. To minimize symptoms start

with lower doses and only gradually increase them.

Also ensure you are getting enough saturated fats, i.e. butter and

coconut oil because the lung's cell membranes need to be constructed

out of 100% saturated fat in order to be healthy.

Infection is very misunderstood. You may have symptoms of infection,

i.e. bacterial infestation, but I have found during natural healing

anyone who gets their " supposed infection " tested doesn't have any

bacteria of any kind. Your symptoms are natural healing symptoms,

where the body's resources are being mobilized to clean out toxins

from an area and also to rebuild it, which is also called die-off

symptoms, detoxifying symptoms or the Herxheimer reaction. They are

all the same thing really, which is simply your body doing its job of

healing.

You don't want to " stop " healing symptoms. Here's other things to

help you be more comfortable when your lungs are being healed:

http://www.healingnaturallybybee.com/articles/colds.php

Also see this article on lung health:

http://www.healingnaturallybybee.com/articles/treat15.php

Bee