how can vitamin c boost your immune system

Vitamin C and the immune system

The immune system is a multifaceted and complex network of specialised organs, tissues, cells, proteins, and chemicals, which has evolved in order to protect us from a range of pathogens, such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites.

Vitamin C is a big contributor to our immune system and how well it defends us by supporting various cellular functions of both the innate and adaptive immune system.

Having low levels of vitamin C or a full blown deficiency results in impaired immunity and higher susceptibility to infections. And this can become a vicious cycle as numerous infections can significantly impact on vitamin C levels due to enhanced inflammation and metabolic requirements. So having low levels of vitamin C means our immune system can’t protect us as well as it should, which leads to infections, which in turn, decreases our vitamin C levels further.

Other benefits of vitamin C

Vitamin C isn’t just responsible for helping our immune system, it’s actually a really important vitamin for our overall health. It’s necessary for the growth, development and repair of all body tissues and is involved in many body functions, including formation of collagen, absorption of iron, wound healing, and the maintenance of cartilage, bones, and teeth.

The benefits of vitamin C on our overall health include:

  • Can reduce your risk of chronic disease
  • Can help manage high blood pressure
  • Can lower your risk of heart disease
  • Can reduce blood uric acid levels and help prevent gout
  • Can help prevent iron deficiency
  • Can protect your memory

NAD+ Concentrated Vitamin C IV Therapy

In order to get enough vitamin C in our bodies, it simply isn’t practical for most people to consume the required servings of fruits and vegetables needed on a consistent basis. However, there is another option. Vitamin C IV therapy.

Concentrated vitamin C IV infusions work by directing vitamin C, straight into your bloodstream. With our High-Dose Vitamin C Infusion Program, we'll flood your system with a high concentration of vitamins that's tailored to you and your needs, helping hydrate you from the inside out and improve both cell function and organ health.

Our NADclinic Vitamin C program consists of:

  • 6 week course, twice a week
  • 12 vitamin C IV, with dose increase taking place each week
  • 6 Low Level Light Therapy sessions, one a week
  • G6PD blood test to determine tolerance level
  • 3 follow up appointments with a complementary care specialist on week 1, week 3 and week 6

 

For more information on our NAD+ Vitamin C IV Infusion Therapy and how it can benefit you, contact the clinic.

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