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The Most Amazing Benefits of Vitamin C

This article written by Jose Adams for Natural Food Series online food and nutrition resource clearly explains some of the most amazing benefits of vitamin C

including…

So if you tell your friends, nurse or doctor that you are taking high dose vitamin C each day and the reply is “well at least you won’t catch a cold” don’t forget to tell them about how vitamin C supports us in so many more ways, inside and out.

“My breast cancer nurse said the same to me recently, ” at least you wont catch a cold”, and it just showed me that the world really needs to get up to speed with the importance of increasing and maintaining optimum levels of vitamin C. She was right, I have not caught a cold or flu since I began taking it…and there is so many more benefits I’m enjoying that sadly many more cancer patients could be sharing in too.”
Abbey

In this online article by Dr. Jockers he explains Liposomal vitamin C 
in easy-to-read terms, and in much more depth. He also gives the following
Liposomal Vitamin C dosage recommendations:

Check out my high dose vitamin C blog and the many articles related to high dose vitamin C here.

Buy soy-free and alcohol-free liposomal vitamin C here

Read testimonials from people enjoying the benefits of Life Energy C liposomal vitamin C here

The Connection Between Collagen and VitaminC

So collagen is said to be the glue that holds our bodies together. Collagen keeps our ligaments moving smoothly and our skin and hair elastic and strong. It is needed to replace dead skin cells with new skin cells.
Collagen contributes to the formation of connective tissue and can seal and heal the protective lining of the gastrointestinal tract.  Eating bone broths which are  high in collagen, is said to improve your collagen levels. We can also support our body to convert collagen to a usable protein by increasing our vitamin C intake. When we have adequate vitamin C levels the collagen we eat can be transformed into energy.

In this deep, yet super easy to follow article on collagen Dr. Josh Axe explains all things collagen and clearly states that “In order for collagen to be activated in the body, you always want to take your supplements with a source of amino acids and vitamin C“

Another article of interest by W.J. McCormick, MD  which can be found at Selene River Press discusses the fact that “cancer tends to take root mainly in areas of the body that have become depleted in collagen—the elastic connective tissue responsible for “cementing” cells in their place. As collagen diminishes, he says, cancerous cells become free to exercise their natural “amoeboid activity” and move to other parts of the body (i.e., metastasize). Since the body requires vitamin C to produce collagen, Dr. McCormick argues, it stands to reason that a deficiency of  vitamin C enables the spread of cancer—a notion supported by the fact that cancer patients tend to be severely depleted in the nutrient.”
Read the full article at Selene River Press.

In this next online article written for the Natural Food Series, food and nutrition resource library Jose Adams clearly explains the 11 most amazing benefits of vitamin C

including…

 

So when you tell your nurse or doctor that you are taking high dose vitamin C each day and the reply is “well at least you won’t catch a cold” don’t forget to tell them about how you are supporting yourself in so many more ways, inside and out.

My breast cancer nurse said the same to me recently, and it just showed me that the world really needs to get up to speed with the importance of increasing and maintaining high levels of vitamin C. She was right, I have not caught a cold or flu since I began taking it…and there is so many more benefits I’m enjoying that sadly many more cancer patients could be sharing in too.

In this online article by Dr. Jockers he explains Liposomal vitamin C in easy-to-read terms, and in much more depth. He also gives the following
Liposomal Vitamin C dosage recommendations:

Check out my high dose vitamin C blog and the many articles related to high dose vitamin C here.

Buy soy-free and alcohol-free liposomal vitamin C here

Read testimonials from people enjoying the benefits of Life Energy C liposomal vitamin C here

My personal high dose vitamin C and cancer journey.

This photo of me was taken in Janurary 2018, shortly after I was given some very good news by my oncologist.

My own secondary ER+ breast cancer healing journey has led me to create this Liposomal Vitamin C information blog site.

High Dose Liposomal Vitamin C is providing me with increased energy and increased sense of well-being during my own healing journey. I hope my website inspires you to continue learning more about Liposomal C, and maybe even experience just how supportive it may be towards your own healing.

I was diagnosed with ER+ breast cancer in 2014 and metastatic breast cancer to the skeletal system in June 2017. I started on the high dose Vitamin C in August 2017. Many people have said to me since then, “Wow- but you’re looking so well”, and since taking high doses of liposomal vitamin C every day, I’ve never felt better in my life. There is so much more than meets the eye going on when you take high dose vitamin C in the form of liposomal vitamin C. It’s this ‘so much more than meets the eye’ part that has inspired me to create this blog-site.

High dose vitamin C is not the only therapy I’m on, but I’m sure the energy it provides me with is playing a huge role in my ability to be enjoy the cancer healing journey as much as I am.

In Jan’ 2018 my oncologist confirmed that my tumor markers have dropped by half and are now down in the ‘normal’ person’s range and confirmed that my bone and CT scans show that my tumors themselves have stabilised.

I’m feeling so good that I am now making time each day to get out there and shout far and wide about Liposomal Vitamin C to anyone who may want to support their own healing and increase their energy levels.

In August 2017 I was driving for an hour twice a week to get 3 hour long, intravenous vitamin C treatments for cancer at my GP’s clinic. These treatments were gifted to me by a very generous family, but not affordable for me long term, and therefor not viewed as a sustainable option for me. On top of that, the intravenous vitamin C needles were just  ‘not’ easy to administer each time, and after 5 weeks I had definitely had enough needles and too many exhausting intravenous C come-down moments, where my energy completely dropped away.

When looking at ways to support myself during the crash or come-down from the super high dose intravenous vitamin C infusions I began taking several brands of liposomal vitamin C which I was purchasing on i-herb. They all helped me stop the huge crashes of energy, feel better and maintain high levels of C in my blood between intravenous sessions.

However, I soon put on my reading glasses and saw the fine print of what I was taking and discovered that the Liv-on Brand of Liposomal Vitamin C (which appears as  everyone’s favorite)  is made on soy lecithin and contains 12% v/v alcohol. I personally, had to look into alternatives as both soy and alcohol are unfortunately not recommended for people diagnosed with ER+ breast cancer.

So, moving forward, I have created this blog site with easy links to to help others easily better understand high dose vitamin C.

Update: June 2018
It will be 12 months since my secondary breast cancer diagnosis next month, and by early July 2018 I will have discussed my next lot of blood tests, bone and CT scans with my oncologist. I look forward to sharing the test results with you in July 2018.

Update: Aug 2018
The latest CT scan showed ‘nothing’ apart from already seen and stabilised activity within the bones. The bone scan report showed no progression. My breast cancer tumor markers dropped even further. I was already back in the ‘normal’ range, now I must be in the super healthy person range for sure because I’m feeling amazing!
After the above mentioned results came in, I went for an ultrasound to examine areas on my chest wall, armpits and right breast where active lobular carcinoma tumors were confirmed via biopsy last June. There was nothing there. Yes, these three confirmed tumors that originally led me to CT, PET and bone scans and the diagnosis of secondary cancer throughout my skeletal system, have now completely vanished. How exciting! Could the same be happening throughout my body. I believe it is.

Update: Nov 2018
My breast cancer tumor markers have dropped even further. I’m feeling magnificent and I will be getting an MRI of my spine next month to see how my Lumbar region is looking.
I’m not taking as much vitamin C as I once was. I am currently taking 5 grams of vitamin C a day. This is  in one 25ml dose of Life Energy C, from a shot glass, on an empty stomach – in the afternoon/evening/before my dinner.

Update: May 2019
To catch up on the good news, head over to my other blog healing breast cancer.info

Read testimonials from other Australians who are benefiting from my high quality soy-free and alcohol-free liposomal vitamin C here
In this online article by Dr. Jockers he explains Liposomal vitamin C in easy-to-read terms, and in much more depth.
 Dr. Jockers also shares his Liposomal Vitamin C dosage recommendations:
Check out my blog and the many articles that may help you.
Purchase soy-free and alcohol-free liposomal vitamin C at https://myhealingcommunity.com/abbeys-valla-healing-lipo-c-elixir/

 

High Dose Vitamin C use with Chemotherapy and Radiation

This page is where I will collect and re-post articles and interviews in which the combination of high dose vitamin C with chemotherapy and/or radiation is discussed.

Board-certified oncologist Victor Marcial-Vega, M.D. explains high-dose vitamin C therapy in detail including his protocols.

I believe this article by Dr. Ray Stand is an interesting read, for anyone diagnosed with cancer who is deciding if they really should refrain from high dose vitamin C and other antioxidants during  chemotherapy or radiation. It’s food for thought.
Link to article
http://www.raystrand.com/showCaseStudy.asp?eid=1006&n_recommendation_id=224

The quotes below are copied directly from the United States Government’s Cancer.gov website

“In a 2014 study of 27 patients with advanced ovarian cancer, chemotherapy alone was compared with chemotherapy and IV vitamin C. IV vitamin C was given during chemotherapy and for 6 months after chemotherapy ended. Patients who received IV vitamin C had fewer side effects from the chemotherapy.”

“Patients with non-small cell lung cancer or glioblastoma multiforme in two pilot trials were given standard therapy plus IV vitamin C. Patients had better overall survival and fewer side effects compared to the control groups.”

The link to the page on which these quotes were found
https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/treatment/cam/patient/vitamin-c-pdq#section/_3

This podcast interview with American integrative cancer care specialist Paul Anderson covers many things quiet fast, so set yourself up with a pen and paper if you are looking for some valuable wide ranging integrative oncology support tips. He talks about patients successfully integrating high dose vitamin C into their chemotherapy treatments.

Dr. Anderson compiled reviewed 30 pages of data summary in which high dose vitamin C was used alongside chemotherapy, and found that only in two cases there was a problem, which could be corrected easily  (by separating the high dose vitamin C treatment from the chemotherpy in time dosage frame). He even says that you could provide the same support by loading up on liposomal vitamin C the days leading up to and after chemotherapy.

https://player.fm/series/dr-ruscio-radio-health-nutrition-and-functional-medicine/integrative-cancer-care-with-dr-paul-anderson

Below are simply my own thoughts.
I think the reasons liposomal vitamin C helps so many people feel a lot better during and after chemo and radiation is because of its  immune boosting, energy raising, protective, anti-infammatory qualities and its abilty to gently and effeciently remove toxins from the liver.

Unlike chemotherpay drugs ascorbic acid is non-toxic in high doses and greatly protects our healthy cells from the toxicity of chemo and radiation.

In this online article by Dr. Jockers he explains Liposomal vitamin C in easy-to-read terms, and in much more depth.

Dr. Jockers also shares his Liposomal Vitamin C dosage recommendations:

Check out my blog and the many articles that may help you.

Buy soy-free and alcohol-free liposomal vitamin C here

Vitamin C is essential for healthy bones

Vitamin C levels in red blood cells (platelets) and immune cells (leukocytes) are lowered by the use of  oral contraceptives (OC’s) specifically those containing estrogen- like compounds. Furthermore, OCs increase oxidative stress (the production of more free radicals than our cells can neutralize), so these drugs increase needs for vitamin C. Vitamin C is required for our production of collagen. Since more than 90% of the protein in the bone matrix is collagen, vitamin C is an essential nutrient for healthy bone.

Author: Lara Pizzorno, MDIV, MA, LMT

full article: here

Lara Pizzorno is the author of “Your Bones: How You Can Prevent Osteoporosis and Have Strong Bones for Life – Naturally” and a member of the American Medical Writers Association with 29 years of experience specializing in bone health . Lara is the Editor of Longevity Medicine Review (www.lmreview.com) as well as a Senior Medical Editor for SaluGenecists Inc., and Integrative Medicine Advisors, LLC

In this online article by Dr. Jockers he explains Liposomal vitamin C in easy-to-read terms, and in much more depth.

Dr. Jockers also shares his Liposomal Vitamin C dosage recommendations:

Check out my blog and the many articles that may help you.

Buy soy-free and alcohol-free liposomal vitamin C here

 

The Power of Phospholipids in Life Energy C; High Dose Vitamin C

This article explores the research that says ingesting high concentrations of quality phosphatidylcholine (PC) provides enormous health benefits in terms our liver, cardiovascular, kidney, lung, gastrointestinal (GI), neurologic, and skin functions.

PC is an essential Phospholipid. Each teaspoon (5g) of Life Energy C contains 1g of Vitamin C in the form of Ascorbic Acid which is directly deposited into our cells due to the fact that it is encapsulated within 4 grams of phospholipids made from non-GMO sunflower seeds. Read a wonderful article on the incredible power of phospholipids here

In this online article by Dr. Jockers he explains Liposomal vitamin C ( including the phospholipid component) in easy-to-read terms, and in much more depth.

Dr. Jockers also shares his Liposomal Vitamin C dosage recommendations:

Check out my blog and the many articles that may help you.

Buy soy-free and alcohol-free liposomal vitamin C here

Possible Contraindications for High Dose Vitamin C

Take Liposomal Vitamin C away from Quercetin.

I take my Vit C at least 30-45 min before quercetin.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11834736/
Song, J. et al. Flavonoid inhibition of sodium-dependent vitamin C transporter 1 (SVCT1) and glucose transporter isoform 2 (GLUT2), intestinal transporters for vitamin C and Glucose. J. Biol. Chem. 277, 15252–15260 (2002).


G6PD DEFICIENCY

One of the contraindications possible with vitamin C usage is a glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency.  This is an inherited condition where the individual doesn’t have the G6PD enzyme.  G6PD helps the body to function normally and very high dose vitamin C infusions or very high dose liposomal vitamin D has a rare possibility of causing hemolytic anemia.

IRON OVERLOAD

Those with iron overload should understand that vitamin C increases the absorption of iron into the body, especially in the heart where it can cause problems.  Ferritin levels should ideally be less than 80 and transferrin saturation should be less than 40%.   Also, if iron levels are high, wait 2-3 hours after taking the liposomal vitamin C before eating red meat or anything else that is high in iron.

KIDNEY DISORDERS

In patients with a history of kidney disorders, kidney failure has been reported after ascorbic acid treatment. Patients with a tendency to develop kidney stones should not be treated with high-dose vitamin C.

OTHER

  • possible allergens to the liposomal component of the product. A non-GMO cold pressed sunflower lecithin is used the case of the Australian Made ‘Life Energy C’ product. 

SMALLER DOSES ARE RECOMMENDED for

  • Young children and
  • Individual taking blood thinning medications

It is always advisable to discuss high dose vitamin C therapy with your doctor before beginning.

In this online article by Dr. Jockers he explains Liposomal vitamin C in easy-to-read terms, and in much more depth.

Dr. Jockers also shares his Liposomal Vitamin C dosage recommendations:

Check out my blog and the many articles that may help you.

Buy soy-free and alcohol-free liposomal vitamin C here

Killing cancer with vitamin C: Hype or hope?

Vitamin C is involved in the synthesis of neurotransmitters, such as dopamine and norepinephrine, and in the addition of the protective myelin coat to nerve cells in the brain’s white matter. In addition, it is known to have strong antioxidant properties, protecting cells from oxidative damage.

I invite you to read the full article on Vitamin C and the healing of cancer by  here: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/319302.php

 

Article originally published: Wednesday 6 September 2017 in Medical News Today

In this online article by Dr. Jockers he explains Liposomal vitamin C in easy-to-read terms, and in much more depth.

Dr. Jockers also shares his Liposomal Vitamin C  dosage recommendations:

Check out my blog and the many articles that may help you.

Buy soy-free and alcohol-free liposomal vitamin C here