Vitamin C preparations: Are they all the same?
Lau Hui Ling PhD, MPharm, RPh While there is no difference in terms of the absorption and bioavailability between natural and synthetic vitamin C, the type of formulation or dosage form in which the vitamin C is delivered to the body may affect its absorption from your gastrointestinal tract into your blood stream. Vitamin C is available as […]
Natural and synthetic vitamin C supplements: Are they different?
Lau Hui Ling PhD, MPharm, RPh Vitamin C (also known as ascorbic acid) is a vital water-soluble micronutrient which is known to have antioxidant properties that can aid in maintaining healthy skin, blood vessels, immune system, soft tissues and wound healing. A healthy, non-smoking adult requires approximately 75 – 90 mg (more in smoking adults) of […]
Soybeans and the hidden risk – Phytic Acid
Yow Hui Yin,PhD, BPharm (Hons), RPh Soybean is a legume that is commonly consumed among Asians, especially among vegans and vegetarians. It is normally served as foods that include soy milk, tofu (or bean curd) and fermented products such as soy sauce, fermented bean paste, natto and tempeh. In 1999, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) […]