Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is an essential nutrient that the body is unable to produce or store. Studies show that vitamin C is a necessary nutrient in the formation of collagen, the main protein substance in the human body. Vitamin C also helps strengthen blood vessels, and is critical to the immune system, even appearing to aid in the prevention of the common cold. Adequate zinc levels are essential to good health, and are necessary for proper immune system function. A high zinc intake aids protein synthesis and cell growth following any trauma, decreasing wound healing time. Recently, members of the scientific community discovered that zinc, when absorbed orally, may be capable of stopping a cold already in progress by actually killing the rhinovirus on contact. Proven immune-booster vitamin E and essential amino acids L-lysine and L-glycine complete the mix, each adding their own unique benefits to this powerful prevention tool. 

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DR. BERGLUND'S COMMENTS: So what do you give your child when they have a cold or flu? They can't swallow pills. For me and my patients, the best product I have in situations where we have a viral infection is C + Zinc spray. It's designed to absorb in the mouth. 2 sprays every 30-60 mins during an infection is my protocol for helping children get through the infection quicker. It's nice to have a product that tastes so good the kids remind the parents that they need another dose.