VITAMIN C (Usana)
You might already know that our bodies need a high dosage of good quality Vitamin C daily to keep our immune systems healthy and strong. But did you know that our bodies don't naturally produce Vitamin C?
Cool fact- Vitamin C is a natural antihistamine.
I have tried and tested this particular brand of Vitamin C for around 5 years and still currently use it now and again these days. (Due to my skin being so healthy and strong and having a way less amount of suffering from experiencing allergies.) So I know that it helps to boost the immune system and then in turn helps the function of the skin, therefore assisting eczema in staying away.
At the height of my eczema, allergies and skin flares being at their worst & goingthrough (Topical Steroid Withdrawel) after nearly 15 years of topical steroid usage. I was taking on average 4 Telfast tablets per day in an attempt to try to suppress those very irritating allergies that kept frequently surfacing time and time again. I now realise suppression is not the key to health, rather having a strong immune system is a huge integral part of achieving and maintaining good skin health.
The amazing thing is I was actually able to REPLACE Telfast antihistamine medication with these potent Vitamin C tablet supplements.
So why not give them a go for yourself? You should be pleasantly surprised.
Benefits-
*These natural Vitamin C supplements have no nasty side effects.
*Boost your immune system to keep your skin healthy and strong.
*Can potentially be used as an antihistamine substitute.
*Having the right amount of Vitamin B's, Vitamin C and D is huge and an integral part of maintaining clear skin.
*An adequate Vitamin C intake helps to repair and prevent dry, eczema type skin. It also helps to heal damaged skin due to the high levels of free radicals in it, so it fights free radical damage. Reversing the signs of ageing!
*Do you need and desire to get rid of eczema once and for all from your life? Well in my opinion regularly consuming the right amount and dosage of Vitamin C is one of the bigger pieces of the puzzle to help achieve your desired goal.
There have been various studies done regarding Vitamin C reducing the symptoms of eczema. Vitamin C not only can it enhance your skin barrier function which is a major bonus plus it also helps to reduce water loss, which may assist in preventing dry skin. Other studies that have been done have proven that when used in conjunction with other nutrients Vitamin C may enhance skins moisture and it also plays a role in wound healing as well.
Vitamin C produces collagen production which has the potential to thicken the top layer of the skin- which if your reading this and you suffer from eczema this is a very good thing. Other certain studies also have proven that Vitamin C diminishes fine lines and wrinkles on the skin and that levels are lower in the body of someone with aged or sun damaged skin.
This vitamin C should be a staple supplement for someone whom suffers from eczema. It is recommended to start off by taking one in the morning for say for a week. After so taking one in the morning and then one in the afternoon (2 per day) and can increase to 3 or 4 per day only if having a particularly bad day if you are battling allergies.
This means that generally taking 2 per day has got you covered!
Did you know that with people whom frequently take over the counter antihistamines re-bound reactions can occur which is ironic that they can actually cause skin rashes, itching and hives making you totally dependent and reliant on these medications turning the situation into a viscious cycle- particular things which you think are assisting you however in the long term can have harmful side effects to the liver as well. If you research 10 worst medications for your liver (Imuran) which is an immunosuppressant freely given to severe desperate eczema patients by dermatologists, makes the top ten.
Anyways I diagress a little..
What makes USANA Poly C (Vitamin C) unique?
USANA Poly C (Vitamin C) supports the development and maintenance of skin, bones, cartilage, teeth and gums providing the body with vitamin C during times of stress is hugely advantageous and contributes to maintaining good health throughout your body.
Exclusive to USANA, Poly C is a balanced formulation of mineral ascorbates with vitamin C activity. By using a variety of ascorbates, USANA is able to affect the way the body maintains vitamin C levels. An in-house clinical trial showed that when equal amounts of vitamin C were provided as either Poly C or ascorbic acid, the Poly C gave higher levels of vitamin C in blood serum and maintained those higher levels for a longer time.
It is recommended to take one in the morning and one in the afternoon as they are a slow release Vitamin C supplement.
INGREDIENTS-
Vitamin C (600 mg Ascorbic Acid).................... 376.1 mg
Calcium Ascorbate....................255.7 mg
Potassium Ascorbate...................112.8 mg
Magnesium Ascorbate....................7.5 mg
Zinc Ascorbate....................65mg
Citrus Bioflavanoids Extract.................... 8.45mg
Rutoside....................7mg
Quercetin Dihydrate....................3mg
So if you start to incorporate this particular product into your daily routine.
Guesse who will be winning?
You and your skin of course.
