Life Extension Life Extension, Ascorbyl Palmitate, 500 mg, 100 Vegetarian Capsules

Product information Overview Gluten Free Non-GMO LE CertifiedFat Soluble Vitamin CDietary SupplementAscorbyl Palmitate is a fat-soluble vitamin C that delivers antioxidant protection to areas of the body where conventional vitamin C (ascorbic acid) cant reach.What Is Ascorbyl Palmitate?Getting enough vitamin C is important to your overall health. Maintaining optimal levels of vitamin C can help promote longevity. This form of vitamin C can cross cell membranes and other biological barriers, delivering free radical-scavenging ascorbic acid to regions that would otherwise be unreachable.Unlike ascorbic acid, which is water-soluble, ascorbyl palmitate can cross cell membranes and other biological barriers.Ascorbyl Palmitate BenefitsProvides fat-soluble antioxidant protectionReaches tissue areas ascorbic acid cannotMaintains optimal levels of circulating ascorbic acid longer than ordinary ascorbic acidAscorbyl palmitate (AP) is an ester formed from ascorbic acid and palmitic acid creating a form of vitamin C that is fat-soluble, meaning it can interact with lipid-based molecules. Unlike naturally-occurring vitamin C (ascorbic acid), which is strictly water-soluble, ascorbyl palmitate is able to cross cell membranes and other biological barriers. This characteristic gives it special applications for delivering free radical-scavenging ascorbic acid to otherwise unreachable parts of the body.Ascorbyl palmitate has been shown to help inhibit oxidative stress to lipids and protects red blood cells, endothelial cells and brain and nerve tissue from free radicals. Scientific evidence suggests ascorbyl palmitate can maintain high levels of circulating ascorbic acid longer than ordinary ascorbic acid. It also helps maintain intracellular ascorbic acid levels and has demonstrated greater ability to help inhibit oxidative stress and free radical damage to lipids and DNA, and inhibit glycation of proteins inside human cells compared to ascorbic acid.Ascorbic acid makes up 40 of the ascorbyl palmitate molecule by weight; however, ascorbyl palmitates activity cannot readily be compared to that of ascorbic acid because the two molecules have different activities in the body. Suggested use Read the entire label and follow the directions carefully prior to use.Take one (1) capsule daily with food, or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner. Other ingredients Vegetable cellulose (capsule), microcrystalline cellulose, hydroxypropyl cellulose. Warnings Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place.Keep out of reach of children.Do not exceed recommended dose.Do not purchase if outer seal is broken or damaged.When using nutritional supplements, please consult with your physician if you are undergoing treatment for a medical condition or if you are pregnant or lactating. Disclaimer While iHerb strives to ensure the accuracy of its product images and information, some manufacturing changes to packaging and/or ingredients may be pending update on our site. Although items may occasionally ship with alternate packaging, freshness is always guaranteed. We recommend that you read labels, warnings and directions of all products before use and not rely solely on the information provided by iHerb. Visit manufacturer's website Supplement factsServing Size: 1 Vegetarian Capsule Amount Per Serving Daily ValueVitamin C (from 500 mg ascorbyl palmitate)200 mg222 Visit manufacturer's website