Product Description Blackmores Bio C a potent formula to give you boost of vitamin C to support your immune system. Why should I take Blackmores Bio C 1000mg? A potent one-a-day formula to give you a boost of vitamin C to reduce the severity and duration of common cold symptoms. It is an antioxidant and helps reduce free radicals formed in the body. Blackmores Bio C 1000mg contains citrus bioflavonoids extract to help enhance absorption and utilization of vitamin C. Vitamin C helps reduce the severity and duration of common cold symptoms due to its ability to support a healthy immune function. With over 200 viruses that can cause the common cold it’s hard to avoid catching a cold. Adults can experience an average of 2-4 colds a year. The immune system is the body’s natural defence mechanism against germs, a healthy lifestyle is a good way to support your immune system. Our human body cannot make its own vitamin C and so it must be sourced from food. Stress of all kinds, including ill health and emotional stress, increases the excretion of vitamin C from the body and therefore raises the need for this vitamin. If dietary intake is low or an individual’s need is particularly high, vitamin supplementation may be of benefit. Vitamin C is involved in hundreds of biological processes. It is important in immunity as it is involved in the function of white blood cells and antibodies. It is beneficial when dealing with illness. Also, vitamin C is involved in the manufacture of collagen, an important protein in the body. Collagen is a structural protein found in cartilage and tendons, and it helps to support blood vessels. Due to its role in collagen manufacture vitamin C is necessary for wound repair. Target group: For immunity & general health Active ingredients: Vitamin C (Ascorbic acid) – 1000 mg Bioflavonoids – 100 mg How to use: Adults – Take 1 tablet daily with a meal.