What are bioflavonoids and where do they come from? Specifically in Vitamin C 1000 mg
R/ Our bioflavonoids come from citrus, and are indicated on the product label. The flavonoids are plant substances, water-soluble molecules, and represent a large part of the yellow, red and blue vegetable dyes. They are usually found in the inner white part of the skin of citrus fruits; among them are known routine, quercetin and hesperidin citrine.
Bioflavonoids are naturally occurring, organic plant pigments that appear to assist in the availability and use of vitamin C, and are particularly important in maintaining the structure of the blood vessels since they support collagen integrity. Some bioflavonoids have antioxidant capabilities rather like vitamin C, and have been shown in vitro to protect both vitamin C and adrenalin from oxidation by cooper containing enzymes.
