Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex

Citrus Bioflavonoids are part of a large group of antioxidants. Found in citrus fruits they are sometimes called Vitamin P because they appear to have the same characteristics of vitamins. Citrus bioflavonoids are believed to have anti-viral, anti-inflammatory, and anti-allergy properties. They have been shown to help fight infection, free radical damage, viruses and the common cold.

Citrus bioflavonoids are essential for the effective utilization of Vitamin C by the body. Bioflavonoids slow down the normal breakdown of Vitamin C in the body allowing it to be more effective. There is a mutual relationship between Vitamin C and citrus bioflavonoids as they work to mutually enhance the action of each other.

One of the main actions of citrus bioflavonoids is their work as antioxidants. Antioxidants function in the body to eliminate free radicals. Free radicals are incomplete molecules which result from normal body processes like breathing as well as exposure to environmental conditions like pollution, cigarette smoke, sunlight or herbicides. Free radicals cause damage on the cellular level and, if left unchecked, can lead to premature aging and are thought to contribute to the development of certain degenerative diseases.

Vitabase Citrus Bioflavonoids Complex includes Rutin and Hesperidin. Rutin is particularly helpful at strengthening the capillaries. It may help with poor circulation, varicose veins, hemorrhoids, and glaucoma. Rutin helps relieve pain from bumps and bruises. Hesperidin also provides several benefits including strengthening the circulatory system. It also can help fight allergies by blocking the release of histamine. Women with menopause have found it may help relieve some of those symptoms also.