- Amen Vitamin C+ combines vitamin C, zinc, and citrus bioflavonoids from grapefruit, lemon, and orange powders in a comprehensive daily supplement.
- This formula is further enriched with elderberry extract, quercetin, and rose hips extract, offering a wide range of plant-based ingredients.
- Each bottle contains 60 servings, providing a 2-month supply of this daily vitamin C supplement.
- This vitamin supplement is vegan, non-GMO, and free from dairy, soy, and gluten, making it suitable for individuals following paleo or keto diets.
- Amen Vitamin C+ is manufactured in the USA with globally sourced ingredients in a cGMP-certified facility for quality and purity.
Amen Vitamin C+
Amen Vitamin C+ blends vitamin C, zinc, and citrus bioflavonoids into a convenient daily supplement. Enriched with elderberry, quercetin, and rose hips extract. Each bottle offers a 2-month supply.
- Amen Vitamin C+ combines vitamin C, zinc, and citrus bioflavonoids from grapefruit, lemon, and orange powders in a comprehensive daily supplement.
- This formula is further enriched with elderberry extract, quercetin, and rose hips extract, offering a wide range of plant-based ingredients.
- Each bottle contains 60 servings, providing a 2-month supply of this daily vitamin C supplement.
- This vitamin supplement is vegan, non-GMO, and free from dairy, soy, and gluten, making it suitable for individuals following paleo or keto diets.
- Amen Vitamin C+ is manufactured in the USA with globally sourced ingredients in a cGMP-certified facility for quality and purity.
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$23.99Amen Vitamin C+ blends vitamin C, zinc, and citrus bioflavonoids into a convenient daily supplement. Enriched with elderberry, quercetin, and rose hips extract. Each bottle offers a 2-month supply.
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Ingredients
Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid), Zinc (as Zinc Amino Acid Chelate), Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex: Grapefruit Powder (Fruit), Lemon Powder (Peel), Orange Powder (Fruit), Quercetin Dihydrate, Rose Hips Extract (Rosa canina) (Fruit), Elderberry Extract (Fruit; Std. to 5% Flavanoids). Other Ingredients: Methylcellulose Capsule.
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Ingredients
Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid), Zinc (as Zinc Amino Acid Chelate), Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex: Grapefruit Powder (Fruit), Lemon Powder (Peel), Orange Powder (Fruit), Quercetin Dihydrate, Rose Hips Extract (Rosa canina) (Fruit), Elderberry Extract (Fruit; Std. to 5% Flavanoids). Other Ingredients: Methylcellulose Capsule.
Suggested Use
Adults take 2 capsules daily with 8 ounces of water or your favorite beverage. May be taken with or without food.
CAUTION: Do not exceed recommended dose. Please use caution if you have allergies or sensitivities to any of the listed ingredients. Pregnant or nursing mothers and individuals with a known medical condition should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement. Use only as directed. If gastrointestinal discomfort (including bloating, cramps, diarrhea, or other digestive upset) or other sensitivity is experienced stop taking the product immediately. If you are pregnant, nursing, or have a medical condition, please consult with your physician before use. If you have any questions about consuming this dietary supplement, consult with your health care professional before using. If you use prescription drugs or over-the-counter medications, are unaware of your current medical condition or have a pre-existing medical condition(s), consult with your health care professional before using. Discontinue use immediately if you experience any adverse symptoms or reactions while taking this product. Discontinue use 2 weeks prior to surgery. Do not use if your health status is unknown. Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing. Keep out of reach of children and pets. Store in a cool, dry place, away from heat moisture. Use this product as a food supplement only. Do not use for weight reduction.
References
Vitamin C Complex
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Citrus Bioflavonoids
Stevens, Y., Rymenant, E. V., Grootaert, C., Camp, J. V., Possemiers, S., Masclee, A., & Jonkers, D. (2019). The Intestinal Fate of Citrus Flavanones and Their Effects on Gastrointestinal Health. Nutrients, 11(7), 1464. DOI: 10.3390/nu11071464
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Sharma, M., Akhtar, N., Sambhav, K., Shete, G., Bansal, A. K., & Sharma, S. S. (2015). Emerging potential of citrus flavanones as an antioxidant in diabetes and its complications. Current topics in medicinal chemistry, 15(2), 187–195. DOI: 10.2174/1568026615666141209163013
Chanet, A., Milenkovic, D., Manach, C., Mazur, A., & Morand, C. (2012). Citrus flavanones: what is their role in cardiovascular protection?. Journal of agricultural and food chemistry, 60(36), 8809–8822. DOI: 10.1021/jf300669s
Zaidun, N. H., Thent, Z. C., & Latiff, A. A. (2018). Combating oxidative stress disorders with citrus flavonoid: Naringenin. Life sciences, 208, 111–122. DOI: 10.1016/j.lfs.2018.07.017
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Elderberry Powder
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Porter, R. S., & Bode, R. F. (2017). A Review of the Antiviral Properties of Black Elder (Sambucus nigra L.) Products. Phytotherapy research : PTR, 31(4), 533–554. DOI: 10.1002/ptr.5782
Zakay-Rones, Z., Thom, E., Wollan, T., & Wadstein, J. (2004). Randomized study of the efficacy and safety of oral elderberry extract in the treatment of influenza A and B virus infections. The Journal of international medical research, 32(2), 132–140. DOI: 10.1177/147323000403200205
Barak, V., Halperin, T., & Kalickman, I. (2001). The effect of Sambucol, a black elderberry-based, natural product, on the production of human cytokines: I. Inflammatory cytokines. European cytokine network, 12(2), 290–296. PMID: 11399518
Hawkins, J., Baker, C., Cherry, L., & Dunne, E. (2019). Black elderberry (Sambucus nigra) supplementation effectively treats upper respiratory symptoms: A meta-analysis of randomized, controlled clinical trials. Complementary therapies in medicine, 42, 361–365. DOI: 10.1016/j.ctim.2018.12.004
Tiralongo E, Wee SS, Lea RA. Elderberry Supplementation Reduces Cold Duration and Symptoms in Air-Travellers: A Randomized, Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial. Nutrients. 2016;8(4):182. Published 2016 Mar 24. doi: 10.3390/nu8040182
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Quercetin
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Anand David AV, Arulmoli R, Parasuraman S. Overviews of Biological Importance of Quercetin: A Bioactive Flavonoid. Pharmacogn Rev. 2016;10(20):84‐89. doi: 10.4103/0973-7847.194044
Serban, M. C., Sahebkar, A., Zanchetti, A., Mikhailidis, D. P., Howard, G., Antal, D., Andrica, F., Ahmed, A., Aronow, W. S., Muntner, P., Lip, G. Y., Graham, I., Wong, N., Rysz, J., Banach, M., & Lipid and Blood Pressure Meta‐analysis Collaboration (LBPMC) Group (2016). Effects of Quercetin on Blood Pressure: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. Journal of the American Heart Association, 5(7), e002713. DOI: 10.1161/JAHA.115.002713
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Baghel, Satyendra & Shrivastava, Nikhil & Baghel, PA & Rajput, Sarlesh. (2012). A review of quercetin: Antioxidant and anticancer properties. World J Pharm Pharmaceutical Sci. 1. 146 - 160.
Zinc
Kaltenberg, J., Plum, L. M., Ober-Blöbaum, J. L., Hönscheid, A., Rink, L., & Haase, H. (2010). Zinc signals promote IL-2-dependent proliferation of T cells. European journal of immunology, 40(5), 1496–1503. DOI: 10.1002/eji.200939574
Shankar, A. H., & Prasad, A. S. (1998). Zinc and immune function: the biological basis of altered resistance to infection. The American journal of clinical nutrition, 68(2 Suppl), 447S–463S. DOI: 10.1093/ajcn/68.2.447S
Barnett, J. B., Dao, M. C., Hamer, D. H., Kandel, R., Brandeis, G., Wu, D., Dallal, G. E., Jacques, P. F., Schreiber, R., Kong, E., & Meydani, S. N. (2016). Effect of zinc supplementation on serum zinc concentration and T cell proliferation in nursing home elderly: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. The American journal of clinical nutrition, 103(3), 942–951. DOI: 10.3945/ajcn.115.115188
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Yasuda, Hiroshi. (2017). The Situation of Zinc Deficiency: Early Assessment and Intervention Are Essential. Biomedical Research on Trace Elements. 125-140. DOI: 10.11299/brte.27.125
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Rerksuppaphol, S., & Rerksuppaphol, L. (2013). A randomized controlled trial of chelated zinc for prevention of the common cold in Thai school children. Paediatrics and international child health, 33(3), 145–150. DOI: 10.1179/2046905513Y.0000000064
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Amen Vitamin C+ offers a crafted blend of vitamin C, zinc, and citrus bioflavonoids from grapefruit, lemon, and orange powders. Adding elderberry, quercetin, and rose hips further elevates this modern vitamin C for you.
SUGGESTED USE.
Adults take 2 capsules daily with 8 ounces of water or your favorite beverage. May be taken with or without food.
CAUTION: Do not exceed recommended dose. Please use caution if you have allergies or sensitivities to any of the listed ingredients. Pregnant or nursing mothers and individuals with a known medical condition should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement. Use only as directed. If gastrointestinal discomfort (including bloating, cramps, diarrhea, or other digestive upset) or other sensitivity is experienced stop taking the product immediately. If you are pregnant, nursing, or have a medical condition, please consult with your physician before use. If you have any questions about consuming this dietary supplement, consult with your health care professional before using. If you use prescription drugs or over-the-counter medications, are unaware of your current medical condition or have a pre-existing medical condition(s), consult with your health care professional before using. Discontinue use immediately if you experience any adverse symptoms or reactions while taking this product. Discontinue use 2 weeks prior to surgery. Do not use if your health status is unknown. Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing. Keep out of reach of children and pets. Store in a cool, dry place, away from heat moisture. Use this product as a food supplement only. Do not use for weight reduction.