The Miracle that is Vitamin C
© Colin Addison

First published in Soul Seekers 16 Auigust 2007

Readers may have encountered the word ‘Orthomolecular’ but what does it mean? It refers to the use of substances which are naturally present in the body. It does not include compounds found in plants which may be safe and effective as treatment but which the body can live without.

The term applies to Vitamin C as well as other vitamins. The Journal of Orthomolecular Medicine in the USA has published studies covering much larger doses prescribed by its own therapists, exceeding 2000mg Vitamin C daily, which expand the safety range of the vitamin but also destroy the factoids so widely held and apparently believed by the establishment. Likely Vitamin C is the most widely researched and published vitamin of all, yet is so actively discredited by so-called orthodoxy. Why can this be, when such an eminent scientist as Dr Linus Pauling, foremost among many, display credentials superior to those of those in opposition? That so many so-called facts - actually lies, lies and more damned lies - have been perpetrated in the past forty or so years can be viewed only as ‘reverse testimony’ to substances that do not fit the ‘culture’ of manipulated science. In New Zealand, it appeared likely that Vitamin C was to be regulated to limit daily dosage to ineffectiveness, at least until recently and the clouds threatening the onset of the TGA. Even worse, that health care professions offer orthomolecular vitamins such as Vitamin C to treat such diverse disorder as schizo-phrenia, learning and behavioural disorders in children, mood disorders, anxiety, bipolar, depression and cancer. That they do so appears resented, but actively opposed by drug-orientated others in positions to know better.

In the following paragraphs, several facts will surprise! Vitamin C’s role in the body processes and functions seems limitless, even protecting other vitamins from oxidation while feeding the production of antibodies, and detoxifying alcohol and environmental contaminants.

Buffered Sodium Vitamin C Powder is a very different option, a medical one, over the more commonly available and cheap ascorbic acid forms, more suited to bottling fruit and preservative functions. It is common practice even in pharmacies to blend several forms of Vitamin C to provide bulk and economy, but at some diminution of effectiveness and risk to sensitive digestive systems. Buffering is designed to eliminate damage to the stomach in the first stages of digestion which makes this product completely safe.

Vitamin C is one of fifty essential nutrients we must obtain from food or supplements. In many cases, we need more Vitamin C than our food can supply: cigarette smoking, stress, alcohol and illness all increase our need for Vitamin C. VitaPurity Buffered Vitamin C Powder is made with Sodium Ascorbate, the most used form of Vitamin C in scientific clinical studies. This form is gentle on your stomach and is more soluble than other forms of Vitamin C. Science is only now coming to the realisation that food vitality is linked to soil nutrition: fruit and vegetables can be only as nutritious as the soil in which they are grown. Supplementation then seems to be an obvious ‘given’.

Vitamin C has the well-known ability to fight disease and infection. Vitamin C even protects other vitamins from oxidation and feeds the body's production of antibodies while detoxifying alcohol and other environmental contaminants. It also acts as an antihistamine, a little known capability. In short, Vitamin C is the prime facilitator. As a dietary supplement, this natural form, free of preservatives colours and flavours, may help strengthen the immune system, protect against free radical damage, help to strengthen the walls of blood vessels, and feed the body’s production of antibodies.

As hope for smokers, research shows that smoking chronically destroys Vitamin C; this destruction brought about by the biochemical abuse of smoking has been termed "Smoker's Scurvy" - yes, exactly the same condition that plagued ships’ crews until Capt James Cook ensured dietary essentials were provided. In this depleted state, there is lowered resistance to disease and abnormal immunity responses. Normal physiological function can be restored by simply taking the Vitamin C that was lost as a result of smoking. Vitamin C at high levels is an antistressor, anticarcinogen, and detoxicant. The use of powdered Vitamin C dissolved in foods and drink is the most convenient means of ingestion rather than swallowing a myriad of tablets.

A study, done by Dr Abram Hoffer, showed an increase in the lifespan of terminally ill patients, "We have increased the longevity from 5.7 months to approximately 100 months, which is very substantial ... There has [also] been a tremendous decrease in pain and anxiety." Dr Hoffer states: "Vitamin C is the most important single nutrient that one can give to any person with cancer. The dose is variable. I find that most patients can take 12 grams per day without much difficulty, that's the crystalline Vitamin C sodium ascorbate. My conclusion is that Vitamin C must be a vital component of every cancer treatment program."1

An article from the University of Minnesota Boynton Health Services website states they reviewed many pathological conditions in which Vitamin C played an important role in recovery including Cardiovascular Diseases, Hypermenorrhea, Peptic and Duodenal Ulcers, Post-operative and Radiation Sickness, Rheumatic Fever, Scarlet Fever, Poliomyelitis, Acute and Chronic Pancreatitis, Tularemia, Whooping Cough and Tuberculosis. The study also noted that Vitamin C is the drug of choice for Viral Hepatitis.

Researchers from Wichita State University Graduate School and Project RECNAC Bio-Communications Research Institute concluded that sufficient evidence exists to support the testing of intravenous Vitamin C for extended periods as a cytotoxic chemotherapy agent, in doses high enough to maintain plasma levels sufficient to destroy tumour cells in the laboratory. Vitamin C is relatively non-toxic and is destructive to tumour cells at reasonable levels in human plasma.2

In this article, the focus is on Sodium Ascorbate Buffered Vitamin C as all Vitamin C is not the same. ‘VitaPurity’ brand is safe and effective even at extremely high clinical doses. Sodium Ascorbate, the key ingredient, has even been administered via intravenous drips. In-home and practitioner use is best as a powder sprinkled on food or added to fluids such as milk or soup without affecting taste. If preferred, the powder may be dissolved in water as another simple option.

A ‘common complaint’ on the ascorbic acid variety of Vitamin C is that it can cause gastrointestinal distress, including cramps, diarrhoea and nausea. These symptoms, which are caused by the acidity rather than the ascorbate itself, are avoided when a buffered form of Vitamin C is taken. But in some cases, the chewable form of Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) has itself led to erosion of dental enamel. In contrast, ‘VitaPurity’ Buffered Vitamin C Powder is orally safe and especially gentle on teeth. This formulation may be used as a sugar-free, additive-free, substitute for toothpaste ("brush and swallow" for greater benefits). Remember, never use the ascorbic acid variety of Vitamin C on teeth. All Vitamin C Supplements are not the same; cost does matter. This manufacturer’s decision to use Sodium Ascorbate as the source material for Vitamin C is no accident. It is based on the overwhelming amount of clinical studies and research wherein Sodium Ascorbate was the form of Vitamin C most often used in megadose applications.

This form of Vitamin C has a myriad of household uses and is a ‘must’ for every medicine cabinet. The recommended daily dosage is 1,000mg equalling just 1/4 teaspoon; that's 224 servings per 225g nominal (actual 227g) bulk pack. However, many researchers recommend a daily intake of between 4,000 mg to 8,000 mg to maintain a clinical degree of health. A variety of test studies with patients suffering from serious illness used upwards of 25,000 mg of Sodium Ascorbate daily, administered orally.

An After-Thoughts on Fighting Cancer

Jonathan Chamberlain writes in his book, Fighting Cancer: A Survival Guide; "For cancer patients, sodium ascorbate is the preferred form." He also pointed out a study conducted by noted researcher and two-time recipient of the Nobel Prize, Dr Linus Pauling. Dr Pauling gave patients megadoses of Sodium Ascorbate and, as a result, he found that: "A significant percent of the ‘terminally ill’ cancer patients for whom death was considered inevitable within a matter of weeks or months went on to long term survival. In short, for some patients, Vitamin C cured their cancer."

A fact sheet is available for this specific product. The product is Pharmaceutical grade and contains no synthetics. Trade name ‘VitaPurity’ imported directly from USA to provide you with the best available. Direct your enquiries to your practitioner stockist or for further information contact Stella at Nature's Star NZ during business hours at Freephone 0800-11-67-33 (New Zealand only) or on naturesstar@xtra.co.nz.

Colin Addison is Founder of The Blase Company now trading as Nature's Star NZ Ltd

Footnote: Since this article was published, research now reveals that one form of skin cancer, Basal Cell (BCC), may be killed by topical application of Sodium Vitamin C at the rate of 1 drop of water to a half teaspoon of Crystals. Application dries to a white powder which will remain in place, but is readily rinsed off with water. Paste should be applied at least daily for alternate weeks.

A further revelation in his book Alternative Cures by Bill Gotlieb, recommends Vitamin C at 1100mg daily to restrict/ward off/eliminate cataracts. The eyes need huge amounts of Vitamin C compared to other organs. **1100mg is approximately 1/4tspm VitaPurity brand Sodium pure Vitamin C crystals available from The Blase Company.