Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C)

- Commonly elevated with supplementation.

- High values generally of no concern, but check oxalic acid levels.

- An elevated value of ascorbic acid does not mean that this amount of vitamin C is not beneficial.

- Kidney stones are unlikely if oxalic acid is in within range. 

Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) levels below the mean may indicate a less than optimum level of the antioxidant vitamin C.

Individuals who consume large amounts of vitamin C can still have low values if the sample is taken 12 or more hours after intake. Since vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is a cofactor in the inactivation of dopamine-beta-hydroxylase by 4-cresol and HPHPA, vitamin C (ascorbic acid) supplementation and/or foods high in vitamin C should probably be avoided until Clostridia treatment has been completed, if Clostridia these markers are elevated.

Potential treatment options:

Suggested supplementation is 1000 mg/day of buffered vitamin C, divided into 2-3 doses.

Ascorbic Acid is a natural water-soluble vitamin (Vitamin C). Ascorbic acid is a potent reducing and antioxidant agent that functions in fighting bacterial infections, in detoxifying reactions, and in the formation of collagen in fibrous tissue, teeth, bones, connective tissue, skin, and capillaries.