Why Vitamin C Should Not Be Consumed Excessively? This Is An Expert View

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Jakarta (ANTARA) - Vitamin C should not be consumed in excess because it can be at risk of causing kidney stones. "Vitamin C based on some data, it is stated that consuming too much will risk kidney stones. So don't take it excessively," said Medical Senior Manager of Kalbe Consumer Health, dr. Helmin Agustina Silalahi quoted from ANTARA, Friday, April 29.

That's why vitamin C must be consumed according to the instructions for use or the dosage listed on the product packaging. "Vitamin C is one of the water-soluble vitamins, meaning it will be absorbed in our body, and if the rest will be discarded. But there is the latest vitamin C, with the addition of ascorbic acid, bioflavonoids, and fatty acids," he said.

He further explained that not all vitamin C absorbed in the body will be excreted through urine. That's why the consumption of vitamin C does not need to be continuous. "Our bodies mostly contain fat cells. So if there is fat, something will be absorbed and bound by the fat. If this vitamin C, because it is trapped in our body, then there is no need to worry, then there is no need to immediately drink again and again," said he.

PT Kalbe Farma Tbk (Kalbe) released a vitamin C product containing ascorbic acid, bioflavonoids, and fatty acids: H2 Pureway C Plus. Brand Manager of H2 Health and Happiness, Henrietta Chrissel, said that H2 Pureway C Plus is a combination of Pureway C, vitamin D3, zinc, vitamin E, and selenium.

"Selenium functions as an antioxidant to ward off free radicals, reducing the risk of infection. So the overall composition works together to maintain optimal body resistance," said Henrietta.

"In general, selenium is well known as an antioxidant. Moreover, we are in a scary condition that triggers various diseases. With selenium and vitamin D, we need to be more confident in our activities in the midst of a pandemic, especially when fasting," said dr. Helmin added.

H2 Pureway C Plus is good to be consumed during fasting, namely after sahur, to strengthen the body's resistance to run a day without eating. Vitamin C is also safe for consumption by people who suffer from stomach disorders. In fact, for patients with GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease).

"One of the advantages of Pureway C is that it is less acidic. So, Sahabat Kalbe can be consumed by Friends of Kalbe who have stomach ulcers, GERD, or other disorders related to the stomach, without feeling nauseous. Because usually, people with GERD will feel nauseous if they take vitamin C That's not really good because all day activities are disrupted, "concluded Chrissel.