Heatstroke and colds on the rise... Vitamins that boost immunity

Even though the beginning of autumn, marked by Ipchu, has passed, the late summer heat has not subsided. Due to the prolonged heat, many people around are experiencing weakened immunity, suffering from colds or catching cold-related illnesses from prolonged exposure to cold air conditioning. To make matters worse, the number of COVID-19 patients is also rapidly increasing, adding to concerns about health.

 

As proof of this, masks have reappeared on public transportation such as buses and subways. Rules for personal hygiene, such as washing hands frequently and drinking warm water often, are also being emphasized. The number of people seeking health functional foods to maintain health and boost immunity is increasing. In particular, high-dose vitamin C products are attracting attention.

 

Vitamin C can have various effects depending on the intake amount. High-dose vitamin therapy refers to consuming vitamins at levels higher than the daily nutritional reference values. Typically, for maintaining health, vitamin C is taken at 500 to 1000 mg per day, while for therapeutic purposes, doses range from approximately 8,000 to 40,000 mg.

Hooons, a pharmaceutical company, has created the 'MeritC' brand and expanded its lineup to cater to people who want to consume high doses of vitamins. In April, they launched the 'MeritC MeritC&D Dual Mega,' the highest content product in the MeritC lineup to date. This product contains 3000 mg of vitamin C and 5000 IU of vitamin D. The 3000 mg of vitamin C in this product amounts to 3000% of the daily nutritional reference intake, and the 5000 IU of vitamin D is 1250%. By taking one 3.2g packet once a day, consumers can intake high doses of vitamin C and vitamin D simultaneously.

 

 

Vitamin D included in Merit C, Merit C&D Dual Mega is made from a raw material in the form of vitamin D3, which is naturally produced in the skin when exposed to sunlight. It has high activity in the body and is easily absorbed.

It has also improved ease of use with a differentiated formulation. The product is made with fine powder particles smaller than 150μm (micrometers). Fine powder has a higher absorption rate compared to tablets and does not stick to the inside of the mouth. Its small particle size results in less dust and it dissolves easily in water, which are also advantages.

A representative from Huons said on the 27th, "After experiencing a longer summer than usual, we can recommend it to those who are tired," and "By maintaining personal hygiene and taking it consistently, you can take care of your health."

Huons also offers a variety of vitamin product lines. They have the 'Merit C Merit C&B,' which includes 10 functional vitamins, B vitamins, selenium, and zinc, and the 'Merit C Liposome Vitamin C Triple Shot,' which contains 18 functional ingredients including vitamin C, allowing for the simultaneous intake of antioxidants, energy, and zinc.

 

Min Tae-won, Medical Correspondent twmin@kmib.co.kr

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A new product containing vitamin C and vitamin D

I am sharing information that has been released.

A representative medication of vitamin C on the market

It was Lemonade, but because it's a complex vitamin.

I think it's a good product.