The single most important Vitamin for Human Health
Ascorbic Acid is considered by nutrition scientists to be the single most important vitamin required for human health. Almost all organisms can synthesize their own Vitamin C from glucose, with the exception of a small group of mammals that includes monkeys, apes and humans. 
According to the Linus Pauling Institute, Vitamin C is involved in at least 6 life-sustaining functions, including:
1. Energy Production.
Without Vitamin C, the body cannot synthesize the amino acid Carnitine, which transports fat into mitochindria for conversion to adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the universal energy molecule. 
2. Antioxidant Network.
Vitamin C not only neutralizes free radicals, but regenerates other antioxidants such as Vitamin E, preventing oxidative stress and protecting cells and vital organs.
3. Collagen Synthesis.
Vitamin C is an essential component of connective tissue and regenerates healthy blood, skin, tendons, ligaments and bone. Inadequate Vitamin C intake results in Advanced Glycation End-products (AGE’s) causing structural weakness, inflammation and disease. 
4. Brain Chemistry.
An important component of neurotransmitter production, Vitamin C converts dopamine to epinephrine and tryptophan to serotonin, promoting the proper balance of chemicals in the brain and central nervous system.
5. Immunity.
Vitamin C stimulates the genesis and function of white blood cells, increasing phagocytosis and interferon production and enhancing antibody mobility.
6. Cardiovascular System.
Vitamin C naturally promotes the vasodilation of blood vessels and results in muscular relaxation. It plays a role in the metabolization of cholesterol to bile acids, which in turn absorbs dietary fat and is another important step in the energy production process.
The Quality of Vitamin C just as important as the Quantity
As an essential component of so many life-sustaining functions, it is important that we consume the highest quality Ascorbic Acid available, especially from fresh fruits and vegetables.
Most commercially-produced Vitamin C is created from sugar in either a chemical cocktail called the Reichstein Process, or by genetically-modified bacteria and/or yeast fermentation. Acetone, perchloric acid and benzene are just 3 of the toxic pollutants used to isolate Vitamin C, 80% of which originates in chemical factories in China.
By far the best source of natural Vitamin C is the Camu Camu Berry from the Brazilian Amazon. Just one cup of fresh Camu Berries contain 2520mg of Vitamin C, or 4251% of the recommended Daily Value, and provides Ascorbic Acid organically-bound to over 70 synergistic phytonutrients and antioxidants.
Camu Kazē Energy Shots provide more than 432mg Vitamin C per serving
Made with 1/2oz of fresh Camu Berry puree, providing more than 432mg (719% dv) of Vitamin C and a Total ORAC score of 62,588 per 4oz serving, the Camu Kazē Energy Shot is a delicious and refreshing way to increase your natural and organic Vitamin C intake daily. 
Up next: An explanation of the 3 flavors of Camu Kazē and their functional ingredients, including, Green Tea, Coconut Water and a powerful Herbal Adaptogen blend from Siberia that increases resistance to stress.
