Episode #25: Vitamin C Essentials: Oral and IV Doses for Everyday Health and Therapeutic Benefits

Summary: 

In this episode of the Peak Performance Podcast, Coach Kyle and Dr. K dive into the topic of Vitamin C! In a previous IV Therapy episode, the hosts teased some of the benefits and applications, but today they dig much deeper. They explore both low and high doses of vitamin C, covering its role in immune boosting, tissue building, cosmetic benefits, and potential uses in cancer treatment. They also address myths and misconceptions about vitamin C, such as its supposed detoxifying properties. As a reminder this show is not intended for medical use. Please consult your doctor before making any changes. 

 

Takeaways:

• Vitamin C plays a crucial role in the formation of collagen, which is vital for maintaining healthy skin, tissues, and overall immune function.
• When it comes to vitamin C intake, consuming an orange delivers about 50 mg, which is a basic dietary amount. For enhancing immune function, effective oral doses start at 1-3 grams. For more intensive purposes, such as supporting tissue building and repair, high doses of vitamin C—over 15 grams—can be administered intravenously, where they function as pro-oxidants.
• Vitamin C offers varied benefits depending on the dosage: low to moderate doses ranging from 1-5 grams primarily boost the immune system and combat oxidative stress. On the other hand, high doses exceeding 15 grams, administered intravenously, not only promote tissue repair but also have potential uses in cancer treatment by competing with glucose for cellular receptors.
• Vitamin C can be administered orally, which is limited by gastrointestinal tolerance as high doses may cause diarrhea. Intravenous (IV) administration allows for higher doses, achieving different therapeutic effects not possible through oral intake.
• Contrary to some myths, vitamin C does not detoxify the body due to its lack of the necessary chemical structure, and high doses of IV vitamin C can falsely elevate blood glucose readings, which is critical for diabetics to understand.
• Coach Kyle’s go to immunity stack: 2 grams of Vitamin C daily. Additionally, high doses of Vitamins D, A, K, and E, especially 10,000 IUs of Vitamin D daily, along with Zinc and Elderberry supplements, may significantly enhance immune response and reduce the severity and duration of illnesses.

 

Chapters: 

00:00 Introduction

00:52 Vitamin C Overview

02:16 Comparison of dietary, oral, and IV vitamin C.

02:37 Dosing and tolerance levels.

05:02 High Dose vitamin C for anti-aging

06:15 Vitamin C gives a small boost in muscle building

07:23 Vitamin C is used for cancer treatment

09:41 Vitamin C Myths

11:41 Coach Kyle's ultimate immune stack for combating illness.

12:33 Conclusion

Sponsors:

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Mentions:

• “Mercury Elimination with Oral DMPS, DMSA, Vitamin C, and Glutathione: An Observational Clinical Review” by Peter J. Muran, MD https://citeseerx.ist.psu.edu/document?repid=rep1&type=pdf&doi=c3561142922c93da4a18bcd6dbbd94f2069f2af2#:~:text=The%20greatest%20DMPS%20concentration%20in,by%20the%20hepato%2Dbiliary%20system

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