Acerola 4:1 Extract Powder: Strong Immunity, Antioxidant Protection and Collagen Synthesis – Vitamin C with Efficient Absorption for Daily Energy and Resilience

Acerola 4:1 Extract Powder, NOW Foods is a concentrated dietary supplement, designed to support immunity, skin health and antioxidant protection through an efficient intake of vitamin C derived from both ascorbic acid, as well as from acerola 4:1 extract (Malpighia punicifolia) – a fruit recognized for its natural density of phytonutrients. Each serving provides 160 mg of vitamin C, equivalent to 178% of the daily value, offering solid support for essential functions that depend on this micronutrient: immune defense, collagen formation, iron absorption, free radical neutralization and vitality maintenance during demanding periods.

Vitamin C is one of the most studied and used vitamins, and its relevance increases in the context of modern stress: exposure to pollution, intense pace, insufficient sleep, fluctuating diet and physical or mental effort. In such conditions, the body consumes antioxidants more rapidly and may need support to maintain a balanced immune response and good recovery capacity. Acerola brings an important advantage through the fact that, besides vitamin C, it offers a complex plant profile of natural compounds that can complement antioxidant action and can support cellular resilience.

The 4:1 extract means a superior concentration of fruit compounds, by comparing the amount of raw material to the final extract. Thus, Acerola 4:1 Extract Powder, NOW Foods represents a practical and efficient solution for supporting daily health, with emphasis on immunity, collagen and antioxidant protection.

Detailed Benefits of Acerola 4:1 Extract Powder (Vitamin C from ascorbic acid + acerola)

• Supporting the immune system and natural defense mechanisms

The immune system needs vitamin C to function efficiently, as it contributes to immune cell activity and to the integrity of the body's natural barriers. In addition, vitamin C is involved in cell protection processes against oxidative stress generated during immune response.

Insufficient vitamin C levels can promote:
• greater vulnerability during demanding periods
• slower recovery after stress and fatigue episodes
• decreased general organism resilience

Through the intake of 160 mg vitamin C (178%), the product supports:
✅ normal immune system function
✅ the body's ability to respond efficiently to external challenges
✅ protection of immune cells against oxidative stress

Acerola, as a plant source rich in natural compounds, can complement immune support through phytonutrients that act synergistically with vitamin C.

• Advanced antioxidant protection and oxidative stress reduction

Free radicals are naturally produced in the body, but their level increases significantly in the context of pollution, smoke, UV exposure, chronic stress, intense effort and processed diet. Oxidative stress can affect cell membranes, proteins and DNA, accelerating biological aging and reducing the body's functional efficiency.

Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant, with a role in neutralizing free radicals and in regenerating other antioxidants. Acerola extract brings, besides vitamin C, a plant "background" with natural compounds that can support cellular protection.

Targeted benefits:
✅ protecting cells against oxidative stress
✅ supporting resilience in the face of environmental factors
✅ maintaining a healthy antioxidant balance, useful long-term

This effect is particularly relevant during periods of high stress, insufficient sleep or intense exposure to pollution and screens.

• Collagen synthesis for firm skin, joints and blood vessels

Vitamin C is indispensable for collagen formation – the main structural protein in skin, cartilage, tendons, ligaments and blood vessels. It directly participates in the enzymatic reactions that stabilize collagen fibers, contributing to tissue resistance and elasticity.

When collagen synthesis is affected, the following may appear:
• thinner, drier and less elastic skin
• slower tissue recovery
• joint discomfort or stiffness in contexts of effort

Vitamin C intake supports:
✅ more elastic and firmer skin through structural support
✅ connective tissue integrity (tendons, ligaments)
✅ blood vessel health by maintaining their structure

This role makes Acerola 4:1 useful not only for immunity, but also for skin appearance and mobility support.

• Iron absorption and energy support through efficient oxygenation

Vitamin C contributes to iron absorption, especially non-heme iron (from plant sources). Iron is essential for hemoglobin formation, which transports oxygen in the body. Better iron absorption can support energy level, resistance and effort capacity.

During periods of fluctuating diet or reduced iron intake, the following may appear:
• fatigue and lack of energy
• weakness and decreased resistance
• difficulty concentrating in demanding contexts

Vitamin C contributes to:
✅ increasing iron bioavailability from diet
✅ supporting tissue oxygenation by supporting hemoglobin
✅ maintaining functional energy and vitality

This benefit is especially relevant for people following predominantly plant diets or who have periods of intense effort.

• Supporting skin health and protection against premature aging

Skin is one of the first organs that reflects oxidative stress: UV exposure, pollution and inflammation can accelerate collagen degradation and can contribute to the appearance of imperfections, loss of luminosity and uneven texture.

Vitamin C contributes to:
✅ maintaining skin luminosity through antioxidant protection
✅ supporting elasticity and firmness through collagen synthesis
✅ protecting skin against external factors that accelerate aging

Acerola, as a fruit rich in phytonutrients, complements this action through a plant profile that supports skin resilience and adaptation capacity to environmental stress.

• Support for recovery and resilience in physical and mental effort

Vitamin C is involved in energy metabolism and in protection against oxidative stress generated by effort. When the body is overloaded, the need for antioxidants increases, and recovery may depend on the availability of key nutrients.

Acerola 4:1 can contribute to:
✅ more efficient recovery after effort and busy periods
✅ reducing the impact of oxidative stress on the body
✅ maintaining a more stable general tone, physically and mentally

This support is especially useful for active people, recreational athletes or those who have an intense lifestyle.

• Formula with mixed source of vitamin C: ascorbic acid + acerola for synergy

A major advantage of the product is the origin of vitamin C from two sources: ascorbic acid (classic, efficient form) and acerola (concentrated plant source). This combination can offer:
✅ precise vitamin C intake, with consistency from serving to serving
✅ synergy with natural phytonutrients from acerola
✅ complete support for immunity, collagen and antioxidants

For many people, this mixed approach is ideal: the efficiency of ascorbic acid, complemented by the natural complexity of the fruit.

• A versatile daily support for immunity, collagen and cellular protection

Acerola 4:1 Extract Powder, NOW Foods stands out through a balanced profile: efficient vitamin C dosage (160 mg), concentrated plant source and clear orientation towards the most important benefits of vitamin C. By supporting immunity, stimulating collagen synthesis, antioxidant protection and supporting iron absorption, the product contributes to maintaining vitality, skin health and body resilience in the face of daily demands, offering a solid foundation for well-being and long-term functional performance.

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