C Synergy™, is a supplement to support collagen production and contains antioxidant vitamin C to support healthy connective tissue.*
- Supports and promotes normal immune system response function*
- Provides whole food acerola and rose hips
- Excellent source of antioxidant vitamin C, which is involved in the production of collagen
What Collagen Does
Collagen is a protein molecule made up of amino acids. It provides structural support between cells that make up the inner layers of connective tissues in our skin
1. The connective tissue in the inner (middle) layer of the skin is composed of collagen and elastin fibers, which maintain the tension and elasticity of skin.
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Vitamin C and Skin Health
The antioxidant properties of vitamin C and its role in collagen synthesis make it a vital molecule for skin health. Vitamin C’s antioxidant activity is particularly important in the top (epidermal) layer of our skin,
4 where its concentration is 425% higher than in the dermis.
2 Ultraviolet light, especially UVA, is a common factor that induces skin oxidative stress.
2,5 The antioxidant activity of vitamin C helps protect against UV-induced damage caused by free radicals.
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Cell culture studies have shown that addition of vitamin C might influence the ability of the skin to protect itself from water loss.
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Whole Food Nutrient Solutions
Since 1929, Standard Process has been the visionary leader in whole food nutrient solutions. We apply systems thinking to holistic nutrition that empowers practitioners to transform lives. Dedicated to the whole food philosophy of our founder, Dr. Royal Lee, our goal is to carry on his mission to provide nutrients for the body that are as close as possible to how they are found in nature.
Our products include foods that are prepared in a way that safeguards their nutritional value. The majority of these ingredients are grown locally on our certified organic farm and may require chopping, dicing, juicing and/or drying for use in our products. The resulting whole food ingredients are then added to a formula that may include whole food extracts, animal tissue extracts and concentrates, botanicals, whole food isolates and synthetic ingredients. These highly complex combinations contain a variety of elements designed to trigger trophic effects that support the body’s healthy balance and wellness.*