What is Vitamin C? Vitamin C provides vital protection for the immune system, particularly after intense periods of exercise. It also contributes to normal collagen formation and the normal function of cartilage, which is essential for the normal functioning of the joints. Why is Healthspan’s better? The vitamin C in our Healthspan Elite tablet is a unique combination of sodium ascorbate and ascorbic acid created under state of the art laboratory conditions. This allows them to deliver a higher dose without causing any stomach discomfort. They’ve also included citrus bioflavonoids to increase the absorption of vitamin C within the body. A range you can trust This product has undergone rigorous testing by LGC’s world-class sports anti-doping laboratory, Sport and Specialised Analytical Services, for a wide range of substances banned by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) to provide the highest levels of assurance possible for athletes.