Vitamin C has long been a well-known nutrient, and it has become even more popular since people have become more concerned about protecting their immune systems from Covid-19. There are hundreds if not thousands of different brands of vitamin C supplements on the market. But they are not all of equal quality. Liponano C by Dr. Lam is the vitamin C supplement in the Dr. Lam supplementation range. Not only does it contain vitamin C but it also contains a special lipid, or fat-based, coating that allows the vitamin to be more readily transported into cells and absorbed. This article will take a closer look at Liponano C and what makes it stand out.
This supplement contains more than just vitamin C to make it more effective in your body. These ingredients include:
There are many benefits to vitamin C and is one of the essential vitamins, meaning that it is necessary for survival. This vitamin is a potent antioxidant and has the ability to neutralize unstable molecules in the body. These unstable molecules can be caused by stress, inflammation, and pollution and can cause damage and death to the cells. By helping to neutralize the free radicals, damage to the cell is prevented or reduced, and this can help to reduce inflammation in the body.
Vitamin C is also an essential co-factor in numerous different calculations with the body such as:
It is also necessary for the absorption of iron. Additionally, vitamin C may help to assist in times of stress. During stress, your adrenal glands produce cortisol, a stress hormone that helps your body to cope with the stress. When the stress disappears, the cortisol production reduces. However, if the stress is long-term, then the adrenal glands continue to produce cortisol, eventually resulting in a depletion of the hormone. Vitamin C helps to regulate the production of cortisol within the body, with studies showing that it can help to reduce the production of cortisol during stress (3).
If your body does not receive adequate vitamin C it can cause:
Humans are unable to produce this vitamin and rely on it through food or supplementation. The recommended daily allowance (RDA) of vitamin C is 90mg/day for males and 75mg/day for females (2). However the RDA amount is just enough to prevent scurvy, and not actually enough to help adrenal fatigue. Those with adrenal fatigue should take much higher doses, in order to refuel their adrenals. Orally people can tolerate up to 4 grams usually, but via IV people can do much higher doses. Dosing really depends on each individual and how much they need and acan tolerate. Certain factors may increase the requirements for this vitamin. These factors include:
There are two different forms of vitamin C in Liponano C, these are:
Ascorbic Acid - the form of vitamin C that is found naturally in food sources such as citrus fruits. It can also be produced synthetically.Liponano C contains 153mg of sodium ascorbate and 1200mg of ascorbic acid.
Absorption of vitamin C is done through two transporters in the small intestine. Vitamin C is generally water soluble, meaning that is not stored in the body and any excess will be excreted through the urine (1). By encasing Liponano C in a special fat-based phospholipid coating, this method helps transport it via passive diffusion much easier into cells with much higher absorption rate.
In general, vitamin C is very safe and well tolerated by most people. However, high doses of vitamin C can cause:
Simply taking less vitamin C is often all that is necessary to avoid these symptoms. Since it is soluble in water, toxicity is very rare. However, in individuals with iron overload, it can cause arrhythmia (1).
One aspect of Liponano C that makes it potent and sets it apart from other vitamin C supplements is that the vitamin C is coated by a phospholipid coating. Additionally, the particles are nano-sized. These characteristics give the supplement the first part of its name "liponano." The phospholipid coating is made from sunflower lecithin rather than from soy lecithin, and therefore it is suitable for individuals with a soy allergy.
Whilst vitamin C is water soluble, fats are not and are rather fat soluble. This means that fat is repelled by water and does not dissolve in water. The lipid, or fat-based, coating is similar to your cell membranes and this allows for the liposome to be transported into the cell. This ensures that the vitamin C is delivered to the cell and protects it from acid or enzymes that may have broken down the vitamin C if the coating had not been there. This helps to ensure better absorption in the body.
These mushrooms originate from Japan, Korea, and China and are popular for use in traditional medicine. Shiitake mushroom is a rich source of copper, helping to support blood, bone, and immune health. These mushrooms also contain a compound called eritadenine that can help support healthy cholesterol levels within the blood.
Other compounds in shiitake mushrooms are beta-glucans and lentinans, which help to support your immune system and reduce inflammation.
Some side effects that shiitake mushrooms can cause are nausea, bloating, and diarrhea. Additionally, individuals can be allergic to this mushroom. An allergy can result in itchy skin, hives, swelling, and nausea. If you are allergic to this mushroom, be mindful that it is in the blend in Liponano C and may cause reactions.
This is the second mushroom that Liponano C uses and comes from Eastern Asia. There are multiple different benefits of this mushroom. One of the most well-known benefits of this mushroom is the effect it has on mental health and cognitive function.
There are multiple ways in which a lion's mane can benefit your brain. These include reducing inflammation in your brain cells, protecting the brain cells from damage, and increasing the amount of circulating pro-brain-derived- -neurotrophic factor (BDNF). This may help to improve your memory and improve your mood (4). Additionally, compounds within the lion's mane can cross the blood-brain barrier and promote the production and secretion of nerve growth factor. This helps to promote the health of the cell and improve its survival, potentially helping to reduce conditions such as dementia. Other benefits of lion's mane are that it can help to reduce inflammation and acts as an antioxidant.
Lions mane is generally well tolerated. However, some people experience mild side effects including nausea and/or a skin rash. If you are currently taking blood thinners or have diabetes, chat with your healthcare provider before taking Liponano C, as the lion's mane may interact with your medication.
With the combination of ingredients in this supplement, this supplement can help many different individuals. These groups of individuals include:
This supplement is different from the majority of vitamin C supplements in that it is not in capsule form; instead, it is in liquid form. Liquids are usually easier and better absorbed and that's more tolerated in those with adrenal fatigue, where they have to conserve every little energy in their body system.
The recommended dose for Liponano C is 1 tsp. /five ml once to twice daily. However, some people may need to take more or less, so be sure to talk to your healthcare provider or nutritional coach, who may recommend a different dose.
Liponano C is a supplement that offers cutting-edge liposomal technology to boost absorption and offers the additional benefits of two different medicinal mushrooms. These ingredients help the supplement to:
Liponano C is a part of Dr. Lam's Adrenal Fatigue Recovery Program, where you can jumpstart your adrenals by taking the right supplementation and getting the right education and meals. If you are not sure whether this supplement will help you achieve your health goals, the Dr. Lam team can answer any questions.
Ready to experience the benefits of cutting-edge liposomal technology for yourself? Call us today at +1 (626) 571-1234 to schedule a free initial consultation and learn more about how LipoNano C can support your health and wellness goals. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to optimize your vitamin C intake and feel your best!
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The antioxidant properties of liponano C can help to reduce damage to the cells that may have occurred from stress. Additionally, it may provide relief from any symptoms of long-term stress. However it is important to consider the root cause of your stress as well.
