VITA-MINIS VITAMIN C +
What is it used for?Vitamin C Plus is a specially formulated, deliciously flavoured, nutritional supplement to help maintain optimum health in growing children and assist in the wound healing process. It utilises the synergistic effect of Vitamin C and bioflavonoids, so often found together in nature.
Vitamin C is a water soluble vitamin stored in the body in very small amounts and so needs to be consumer daily. Children consuming a diet containing mainly processed or prepared foods may not ingest their Recommended Daily Intake (RDI) of 30mg for this nutrient.
Vitamin C is found in fresh fruits and vegetables, especially citrus fruits, tomatoes, capsicum and green leafy vegetables. A deficiency in Vitamin C produces symptoms of scurvy such as poor wound healing, bleeding gums and increased likelihood of infection.
The RDI figure is based on the amount of the Vitamin C required to prevent scurvy. Evidence shows, however, that a higher dose of Vitamin C, above the RDI, has a therapeutic effect that will reduce the severity and duration of symptoms of cold and flu. Vitamin C is important for growing children as it aids the absorption of Iron and Calcium.
Vitamin C and bioflavonoids are well known anti-oxidants that help to protect against free radical damage. Free radicals are chemically unstable molecules that can be generated by normal metabolism or by lifestyle factors such as excess dietary fats, pollutants and stress. Anti-oxidants help to counteract the effects of free radicals and oxidation in the body.
Vitamin C Plus uses a buffered form of Vitamin C designed to be gentler on the stomach and is sugar free and tooth friendly.
Active ingredients
Calcium ascorbate 121 mg
equivalent to Vitamin C 100mg
Citrus bioflavonoids extract 5mg
Free from
Artificial flavouring, preservatives, yeast, gluten, sugars, dairy products,
Physical description
Pleasant tasting, chewable Orange flavoured tablet
Dosage
2 to 4 years (weight: 12-16kg), one tablet daily.
4 to 7 years (weight: 16-24kg), one to two tablets daily.
8 years and over (weight: 25 kg and over), two tablets daily.
Tablets can be chewed, crushed and sprinkled on food.
Cautions
• The therapeutic effect of Vitamin C to help colds and flu, is increased when Vitamin C is taken frequently. It is therefore recommended to increase the frequency (and the dosage) of Vitamin C during an infection
• Excessive amounts of Vitamin C may cause bowel motions
• For best results take between meals
• Vitamin supplements should not replace a balanced diet
• Always read the label and use only as directed
• Contains Saccharin sodium
Storage
Store below 30 C.
Exposure to moisture will cause discolouration, SECURE LID TIGHTLY. Do not remove sachet. Use within 6 months of opening.
Pack size
50 Orange flavoured chewable tablets in white HDPE bottle.
