The Claim
A single 500 mg oral dose of liposomal vitamin C increases peak leukocyte concentration by 20% and total leukocyte exposure (AUC0–24) by 8% compared to an equivalent dose of standard vitamin C in healthy adults aged 18–45.
What the research says
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Support is ahead, but a single strong opposing study can change this.
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When healthy adults aged 18–45 take a 500 mg oral dose of liposomal vitamin C, their leukocyte vitamin C levels reach a peak 20% higher and maintain 8% greater total exposure over 24 hours compared to taking the same dose of standard vitamin C.
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A single 500 mg oral dose of liposomal vitamin C increases peak leukocyte concentration by 20% and total leukocyte exposure (AUC0–24) by 8% compared to an equivalent dose of standard vitamin C in healthy adults aged 18–45, indicating enhanced delivery of vitamin C to immune cells.
Vitamin C wrapped in tiny fat bubbles survives the stomach and intestines better than regular vitamin C, allowing more of it to enter the bloodstream. From there, immune cells take up the vitamin C using special pumps, so more of it builds up inside them.
What the research says
1 studyThis study found that liposomal vitamin C gets more into white blood cells than regular vitamin C after taking the same dose. So yes, it delivers better to immune cells.
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