Vitamin C Promotes Optimal Cardiovascular Health In 3 Massive Ways* When you think of vitamin C, you might picture a refreshing glass of orange juice, a cozy day in bed, or the popular orange powder people turn to at the first sign of a cold. While these associations aren't wrong—after all, vitamin C is well-known for its role in boosting immune health—this powerful nutrient has much more to offer.*Vitamin C does more than just fortify your immune system.
Our bodies depend on the proper operation of the endothelium, as it regulates the passage of cells and substances from the blood to other tissue and controls constriction and dilation of the blood vessels. According to a research review in the journal Atherosclerosis, vitamin C supplementation promotes the overall health and function of the endothelium.* In addition to aiding endothelial function, vitamin C also promotes antioxidant activity to protect this very active tissue.