[karilanson]

See i think it's fine. These things happens only when you are grossly overdosing. I know this because last semester i was prescribed 5000 and up mg of vitamin c daily for constipation. I researched it and went back and spoke to the teacher and she told me the same thing. Vitamin c is the least harmful thing you body will ever encounter. Breaking dosages is very important as it helps absorption. The reason you feel good is cos vitamin c is needed by every single system in the body for optimum function. I have come across case studies where all the symptoms and clinical presentations were pointing to all sorts of thing only for the answer to always end up to be vitamin c deficiency, you name them from dementia to neurological issue, and thats because all the nerves in the body are involved. For us women it is good too especially if you are about to hit menopause cos of decreased estrogen and decreased osteoblatic activity. Vitamin c is good it helps in formation of collagen fibers by allowing the hydroxylation of proline to take place. this helps in forming bone matrix. If you have people in your family with osteoporosis vitamin c and d are the basic vitamins you should take if you do not not want future bone issues or if you do not plan on hormone replacement therapy which everyone knows causes cancer. Prevention is better than cure.

Great information. Yeah I don't believe oral Vitamin C is completely destroyed in the digestive tract because I have personally felt so many great effects from it. The greatest thing about Vitamin C for me at least has not been the skin effects but the effects on my immune system. I haven't gotten sick in years!! I really believe Vitamin C has played a huge role in this unless it is has completely been the placebo effect??

 

[litaamust]

Again, we are all different, and we all have to find what works for us and OUR bodies.......and learn to do our own research to decide.

heheh we need a like button on here. But seriously i have been trying to give up meat and i find myself relapsing like a crack addict. What do you suggest for that? My heart tells me running is a sport i will love. I have been making some lifestyle changes recently eating healthy, no bread (ummm i still love my rice God help me), daily meditation and 23 mins of yoga. What advise will you give to someone that wants to start running. Not as a fad but i want to turn it into a sustainable habit please. Am glad you mentioned those things. Men just don't get it even the medical practitioners. lmaoo i know of one that preaches against vegan hehehehe scaring me with all that talk about b12 deficiency. I have a friend who has fascioscapulohumero muscular dystrophy and she is also b12 deficient and sees stars every time her body needs her shots. So what do you do to counteract those? thankssss

 

[litaamust]

Great information. Yeah I don't believe oral Vitamin C is completely destroyed in the digestive tract because I have personally felt so many great effects from it. The greatest thing about Vitamin C for me at least has not been the skin effects but the effects on my immune system. I haven't gotten sick in years!! I really believe Vitamin C has played a huge role in this unless it is has completely been the placebo effect??

not at all hehhe but if thats the case then i like it lol.

 

[gymrat]

heheh we need a like button on here. But seriously i have been trying to give up meat and i find myself relapsing like a crack addict. What do you suggest for that? My heart tells me running is a sport i will love. I have been making some lifestyle changes recently eating healthy, no bread (ummm i still  love my rice God help me), daily meditation and 23 mins of yoga. What advise will you give to someone that wants to start running. Not as a fad but i want to turn it into a sustainable habit please. Am glad you mentioned those things. Men just don't get it even the medical practitioners. lmaoo i know of one that preaches against vegan hehehehe scaring me with all that talk about b12 deficiency. I have a friend who has fascioscapulohumero muscular dystrophy and she is also b12 deficient and sees stars every time her body needs her shots. So what do you do to counteract those? thankssss

Well, let me just say, I don't eat meat, because...........I just don't like it. It has nothing to do with any type of belief, diet, etc. Bottom line, it grosses me out raw, therefore, I have a hard time eating it once cooked. I NEVER eat red meat haven't since I was a kid. I make it for my family but would rather not............but I still do. I will eat chicken on occasion, rare occasion. But it is doable for me. As for protein sources, if you are trying to cut out red meat, poultry and fish are an option. Tofu, eggs ,nuts, seeds, milk and milk products, grains, some vegetables/some fruits (provide only small amounts of protein relative to other sources). Fish is a great source for protein, again, I only like white fish and shell fish (crab, lobster, shrimp). Oh litaamust after you read this you are really going to grasp why I say I don't eat well Dairy is another great source for protein. However I don't consume anything dairy. I don't like eggs, milk, butter, sour cream, etc. I do use Almond Milk in my shakes, and love yogurt. These days I have been consuming a lot of greek yogurt. I eat a lot of tofu, and A LOT of beans!! So example, if we go out to eat, say mexican food. I will get a burrito with everything in it, minus the meat, add guacamole, and always always always whole beans. NEVER refried. It takes time, but it is something that becomes such a habit, sort of like taking vitamins. People assume because I am picky about what I eat that my husband must go hungry...........not the case. I still cook everything that the average american eats, I just don't eat it myself. As for running.........oh don't get me started......it truly is a wonderful stress reliever. Which it sounds like you are already tuned into that :thumbsup:. I run in a group, and we basically count on each other. I will run alone but that is on a rare occasion. What I always say to those who would like to run, start slow. Tell yourself you are running around the block, do it at a slow pace, see how you feel. If you feel ok, keep going. A few days later, go out again. Make it a goal to go a little further than your previous time. Don't burn yourself out right out of the gate. Meaning, don't say, ok, today I am going to run 3 miles. Gradually build your way up to it. Find your pace, it doesn't mean you have to run fast. Focus on running where you are comfortable and can carry on a conversation if you needed too. You don't want to run so fast you can't talk or catch your breath. THAT will lead you to hang it up!! If you can't run outside because of your weather condition etc, treadmill is fine. Easier than outside, but still better than nothing. Even walking is great litaamust. Don't think you have to "run" to get in or stay in shape. Granted, because I do run (and as much as I do) I can literally eat all the crap I want. Do I? No, because I try to be as healthy as I can. But, I do eat my sweets and I will eat whatever I am craving. I like ice cream, candy, nachos (minus meat), pies, cake, etc, and yes I eat it all when I feel the need. That is great part of running. What I eat today, I know I will run off tomorrow. Sunday, being my rest day :zzz: So, take your vitamins, drink your whey shakes, get plenty of rest, and exercise!! That is the best way to live a happy, healthy life :five:

 

[litaamust]

So, take your vitamins, drink your whey shakes, get plenty of rest, and exercise!! That is the best way to live a happy, healthy life

Lol thanks a lot. I find out that when i set goals i burn out. So for running i will do it as a go with the flow kinda thing. I have dairy on occasion so that will not be hard to give up at all. But those pizzas oh no

. I have some once every month and i thoroughly enjoy it. Technically the only meat i eat most of the time is chicken and turkey. Occasionally when i am home my mum cooks with goat meat but thats about it. I will try to wean myself off it slowly. I have already decreased my intake. In a meal can only eat a piece or just forgo it. Then again i love spicy honeyed chicken salad. hehehe slowly slowly is all i am going to sing to myself. Thanks for the tips.

 

[LightenNLift]

Well, let me just say, I don't eat meat, because...........I just don't like it. It has nothing to do with any type of belief, diet, etc. Bottom line, it grosses me out raw, therefore, I have a hard time eating it once cooked. I NEVER eat red meat haven't since I was a kid. I make it for my family but would rather not............but I still do. I will eat chicken on occasion, rare occasion. But it is doable for me. As for protein sources, if you are trying to cut out red meat, poultry and fish are an option. Tofu, eggs ,nuts, seeds, milk and milk products, grains, some vegetables/some fruits (provide only small amounts of protein relative to other sources). Fish is a great source for protein, again, I only like white fish and shell fish (crab, lobster, shrimp). Oh litaamust after you read this you are really going to grasp why I say I don't eat well Dairy is another great source for protein. However I don't consume anything dairy. I don't like eggs, milk, butter, sour cream, etc. I do use Almond Milk in my shakes, and love yogurt. These days I have been consuming a lot of greek yogurt. I eat a lot of tofu, and A LOT of beans!! So example, if we go out to eat, say mexican food. I will get a burrito with everything in it, minus the meat, add guacamole, and always always always whole beans. NEVER refried. It takes time, but it is something that becomes such a habit, sort of like taking vitamins. People assume because I am picky about what I eat that my husband must go hungry...........not the case. I still cook everything that the average american eats, I just don't eat it myself. As for running.........oh don't get me started......it truly is a wonderful stress reliever. Which it sounds like you are already tuned into that :thumbsup:. I run in a group, and we basically count on each other. I will run alone but that is on a rare occasion. What I always say to those who would like to run, start slow. Tell yourself you are running around the block, do it at a slow pace, see how you feel. If you feel ok, keep going. A few days later, go out again. Make it a goal to go a little further than your previous time. Don't burn yourself out right out of the gate. Meaning, don't say, ok, today I am going to run 3 miles. Gradually build your way up to it. Find your pace, it doesn't mean you have to run fast. Focus on running where you are comfortable and can carry on a conversation if you needed too. You don't want to run so fast you can't talk or catch your breath. THAT will lead you to hang it up!! If you can't run outside because of your weather condition etc, treadmill is fine. Easier than outside, but still better than nothing. Even walking is great litaamust. Don't think you have to "run" to get in or stay in shape. Granted, because I do run (and as much as I do) I can literally eat all the crap I want. Do I? No, because I try to be as healthy as I can. But, I do eat my sweets and I will eat whatever I am craving. I like ice cream, candy, nachos (minus meat), pies, cake, etc, and yes I eat it all when I feel the need. That is great part of running. What I eat today, I know I will run off tomorrow. Sunday, being my rest day :zzz: So, take your vitamins, drink your whey shakes, get plenty of rest, and exercise!! That is the best way to live a happy, healthy life :five:

I love greek food! It's so healthy for you. My favorite is hummus and I use greek yogurt with cucumber and dill to make a taziki sauce over grilled chicken and rice with lettuce. Yummy!

 

[Zoczy]

@Lightupme
i myself am not a big fan of injecting anything, injecting Vitamin C is exactly the same as eating it. all you are doing is introducing Vitamin C in to your blood stream, which your body will use. tablets are much more cheaper, safer, quicker, cleaner. i would go with tablets. it does the same thing as injecting. however scientific evidence has show if you take vitamin tablets with or after eating something fatty like milk / fish. the body can absorb the Vitamin quicker and more effectively.

No way is that true, injecting is not the same as eating. Intravenous Vitamin C is known to be way more effective than oral Vitamin C. People have been brought from the brink of death with high doses of Intravenous Vitamin C. There is also definitely, without a doubt, an absorption issue with oral Vitamin C. I've heard figures of between 5-20% absorption only, the rest being used up in the digestive process (hence why oral Vitamin C can easily produce runny bowels but if injected or Liposomal it will not). This is why Liposomal Vitamin C now exists, which boasts 85% or more absorption. A guy in New Zealand who was brought from the brink of death and cured of his swine flu, cancer and god-knows-what-else using high-dose intravenous Vitamin C now takes Liposomal Vitamin C to maintain his perfect health. A lifetime expert on Vitamin C and his colleagues concluded that oral Vitamin C is OK, however not as good as Liposomal Vitamin C, or intravenous. This expert and his wife both died at very old ages of cancer despite taking super-doses of Vitamin C daily. I don't remember his name.

I also never get sick, my diet has always been rich in Vitamin C and other anti-oxidants. This winter I was around several people who had colds, and they chose to be right up in my face, and even gave me big hugs as well. I didn't get sick at all. However I do think I did get the cold, because one day I felt a very, very slight tickling in my throat and a very slight body temperature increase, but that was it. I currently inject 2000mg of Vitamin C a week, and in the long term I'll probably be taking it in Liposomal form daily. I don't think I'll ever get sick.

 

[perpelove]

Am leaning every day on this forum t'ks guys

 

[easygal]

So what if I crush some vitamin C tablets and use it for my DIY serum?

 

[lionz23]

To those who are taking information from those with no medical training at all, i myself have came across study's of people who damaged their kidneys from overdosing on vitamins to become lighter, loose weight, etc etc. And this did not happen overnight, this happened well after people stopped, the condition cam back to haunt them. Overdosing from vitamin C is very possible, also the reason injecting with out doctors knowledge is dangerous is because, when eaten the body knows when to stop intake when no more is required, however when injected the body is almost forced to absorb it all. This is the reason injections are mainly prescribed to those whose body can not naturally absorb it therefore are prescribed massive dosages because they are heavily in need of it.

http://www.livestrong.com/article/421776-side-effects-of-a-vitamin-c-overdose/

Side Effects of a Vitamin C Overdose Last Updated: Jan 22, 2014 | By Adam Cloe
Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin that is found in many fruits and vegetables. Vitamin C plays an important role in collagen formation, and it also functions as an antioxidant, boosting the immune system. Although you need to consume vitamin C every day, too much can be toxic.
Upper Limit The tolerable upper limit is the maximum amount of a vitamin you can take each day without experiencing any ill effects. According to The Merck Manuals Online Medical Library, the tolerable upper limit for vitamin C is 2,000 mg per day, or 2 g. Anything above this amount could be considered as an overdose.
Gastrointestinal Problems Common side effects of vitamin C overdose involve the digestive tract. If you consume more than 2,000 mg of vitamin C, you may develop severe gastrointestinal irritation and diarrhea. In addition to significant discomfort, extended episodes of diarrhea or vomiting can lead to dehydration, causing extreme thirst, fatigue, low urine output and reduced blood pressure. Diarrhea and vomiting can also cause additional mineral imbalances in the body.
Kidney Stones Vitamin C is broken down by the body into a substance called oxalate. Some oxalate is secreted in urine, however high urinary oxalate levels may cause formation of deposits, known as kidney stones. High vitamin C intake is associated with an increased risk of oxalate kidney stones -- accounting for approximately 80 percent of all kidney stones.

Hemochromatosis Hemochromatosis is a condition caused by excess iron build-up in the body. This condition is commonly inherited, and most often affects the liver, heart and pancreas. Vitamin C helps the body absorb iron. Although vitamin C overdose does not cause hemochromatosis, it can worsen the condition.

Oral vs Injection

http://www.livestrong.com/article/491560-is-a-vitamin-c-injection-better-than-taking-it-orally/
Speed If you have a severe deficiency, your doctor might recommend injections. Intramuscular injections will act faster than pills because they get into your system faster. This is essential in cases of scurvy.
Strength With an injection, a patient can receive a larger dosage at once. Common strengths for vitamin C injections are 500 mg to 1 g. However, it’s possible to give very large amounts of up to 25 g if needed. If you need to treat a serious deficiency, it would be difficult to get such high amounts in the form of a pill.
Absorption According to researchers from the National Institute of Diabetes & Digestive & Kidney Diseases, there’s a limit to how much vitamin C your body can absorb at once via the oral route. However, your body can absorb the full dose of vitamin C when administered via an injection. If giving very large dosages, injections will be more effective.
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Not to mention many taking liquid Vitamin C injections are buying online, most online injections are mass produced in china and other asian places where cutting corners is a must. all i can say to those, is only god knows if the needles are clean and where they come from, also take your injection to a pharmacy and check what the contents are, i highly doubt its professional safe grade stuff at these kinds of prices.

Again i can only spread awareness to overdosing, cant really do more than that. good luck people.....

 

[LightenNLift]

Thank you

 

[gymrat]

http://www.livestrong.com/article/421776-side-effects-of-a-vitamin-c-overdose/ Again i can only spread awareness to overdosing, cant really do more than that. good luck people.....

Again, Livestrong is not a source I would hold any value too when talking about Vit C. Livestrong is a website for healthy living. This is not a published study. Thank you for opinion on Vit C, but lets not get confused with FACTS VS FICTION information.

 

[dazzle dame]

I would really like to know how LA lotion is damaging for the body?

 

[Sayuriibishh]

Its not damaging

 

[dazzle dame]

Its not damaging
That's what I thought. I was very intrigued by this post Titi made

Quote:
Originally Posted by Titi
Unfortunately, people here are focused on their complexion and they neglect or deny the illness which can appear later.
For me, the greatest damage is being caused by DIY LA lotion some kind of cream that continuously acidifies the body.

 

[GigiLee]

Has vitamin c supplements made anyone break out? I have these boil-like acne on my forehead and they just won't heal. Every where else's is smooth and light but 3 annoying acne on my skull jus sucks...help me pls. I have switched up products to see if Nadinola is the culprit but I don't think so. However I did up my vitamin c supplement from 1 1000mg pill a day to 2 1000mg pills a day. Could this be the cause for these tiny boil-like bumps ? I have also dabbed retin a .1 to spot treat the acne but these minions won't dry up. I just need then to dry up. Thanks all

 

[shenice]

Has vitamin c supplements made anyone break out? I have these boil-like acne on my forehead and they just won't heal. Every where else's is smooth and light but 3 annoying acne on my skull jus sucks...help me pls. I have switched up products to see if Nadinola is the culprit but I don't think so. However I did up my vitamin c supplement from 1 1000mg pill a day to 2 1000mg pills a day. Could this be the cause for these tiny boil-like bumps ? I have also dabbed retin a .1 to spot treat the acne but these minions won't dry up. I just need then to dry up. Thanks all

same yhing happened to me when ever I increased my vit c pilks to 2000mg I break out so the most I can take is 1000mg so u will have to reduce it back to 1000mg a day and the acne or pimple will go away

 

[GigiLee]

same yhing happened to me when ever I increased my vit c pilks to 2000mg I break out so the most I can take is 1000mg so u will have to reduce it back to 1000mg a day and the acne or pimple will go away

Thanks shenice...I am going to park the supplements altogether for now to allowance these things to dry up. I can't have my boo starring at 3 minions on my forehead . Lol. To think I was starting to notice some lightening action now acne wants to throw shade at my game:doh:

 

[shenice]

Thanks shenice...I am going to park the supplements altogether for now to allowance these things to dry up. I can't have my boo starring at 3 minions on my forehead . Lol. To think I was starting to notice some lightening action now acne wants to throw shade at my game:doh:

u welcome swedy u can still take it 1000mg will be fine it wnt break u up are u taking the tablets or the capsules

 

[GigiLee]

u welcome swedy u can still take it 1000mg will be fine it wnt break u up are u taking the tablets or the capsules

Taking the tablets..