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Likely Very Effective
Based on 1 Research
9
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 2 Reviews
7.1
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We delved into how vitamin C might influence cancer treatment, focusing on its effects on the immune system. Our findings revealed that vitamin C directly modifies certain proteins, leading to a new type of protein change called vitcylation. This process specifically affects a protein known as STAT1.
By modifying STAT1, vitamin C enhances its ability to signal for immune responses. We found that this modification occurs in both controlled environments and living cells, depending on factors like dosage and acidity. As a result of vitcylation, the action of STAT1 is improved, which activates important immune responses in tumor cells and boosts the expression of molecules that help the immune system recognize and attack cancer cells.
Interestingly, this research sheds light on the potential of vitamin C as a treatment that not only affects cancer directly but also empowers the body’s own defenses. These insights pave the way for new approaches to cancer therapy that leverage the immune system in conjunction with vitamin C.
By modifying STAT1, vitamin C enhances its ability to signal for immune responses. We found that this modification occurs in both controlled environments and living cells, depending on factors like dosage and acidity. As a result of vitcylation, the action of STAT1 is improved, which activates important immune responses in tumor cells and boosts the expression of molecules that help the immune system recognize and attack cancer cells.
Interestingly, this research sheds light on the potential of vitamin C as a treatment that not only affects cancer directly but also empowers the body’s own defenses. These insights pave the way for new approaches to cancer therapy that leverage the immune system in conjunction with vitamin C.
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Concerns about ingredients
45 people found this helpful
I did not check all the ingredients when I bought this vitamin, but today I opened the bottle and found titanium dioxide listed. It can cause burns and cancer if inhaled. While it says ingestion isn’t a problem, I can’t help but worry about its effects on my stomach or colon. I really don’t understand why products can't be made with only natural ingredients. It’s my fault for not reading thoroughly. I won't be purchasing this product again.
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Avoid carcinogenic ingredients
8 people found this helpful
I usually choose Puritan Pride products, but not this time. This product contains titanium dioxide, a whitening agent that is classified as a carcinogen and can cause cancer. Some users have taken it for years, but according to the NIH, we lack reliable data on its toxicity when orally ingested. Long-term exposure in studies has shown harmful effects. If Puritan Pride values consumer health, they must discontinue using this ingredient found in plastics.
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SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Likely Very Effective
Based on 1 Research
9
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We delved into how vitamin C might influence cancer treatment, focusing on its effects on the immune system. Our findings revealed that vitamin C directly modifies certain proteins, leading to a new type of protein change called vitcylation. This process specifically affects a protein known as STAT1.
By modifying STAT1, vitamin C enhances its ability to signal for immune responses. We found that this modification occurs in both controlled environments and living cells, depending on factors like dosage and acidity. As a result of vitcylation, the action of STAT1 is improved, which activates important immune responses in tumor cells and boosts the expression of molecules that help the immune system recognize and attack cancer cells.
Interestingly, this research sheds light on the potential of vitamin C as a treatment that not only affects cancer directly but also empowers the body’s own defenses. These insights pave the way for new approaches to cancer therapy that leverage the immune system in conjunction with vitamin C.
By modifying STAT1, vitamin C enhances its ability to signal for immune responses. We found that this modification occurs in both controlled environments and living cells, depending on factors like dosage and acidity. As a result of vitcylation, the action of STAT1 is improved, which activates important immune responses in tumor cells and boosts the expression of molecules that help the immune system recognize and attack cancer cells.
Interestingly, this research sheds light on the potential of vitamin C as a treatment that not only affects cancer directly but also empowers the body’s own defenses. These insights pave the way for new approaches to cancer therapy that leverage the immune system in conjunction with vitamin C.
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Moderately Good
Based on 2 Reviews
7.1
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Concerns about ingredients
45 people found this helpful
I did not check all the ingredients when I bought this vitamin, but today I opened the bottle and found titanium dioxide listed. It can cause burns and cancer if inhaled. While it says ingestion isn’t a problem, I can’t help but worry about its effects on my stomach or colon. I really don’t understand why products can't be made with only natural ingredients. It’s my fault for not reading thoroughly. I won't be purchasing this product again.
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0
Avoid carcinogenic ingredients
8 people found this helpful
I usually choose Puritan Pride products, but not this time. This product contains titanium dioxide, a whitening agent that is classified as a carcinogen and can cause cancer. Some users have taken it for years, but according to the NIH, we lack reliable data on its toxicity when orally ingested. Long-term exposure in studies has shown harmful effects. If Puritan Pride values consumer health, they must discontinue using this ingredient found in plastics.
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References
- He X, Wang Q, Cheng X, Wang W, Li Y, et al. Lysine vitcylation is a vitamin C-derived protein modification that enhances STAT1-mediated immune response. Cell. 2025. doi:10.1016/j.cell.2025.01.043
