Antioxidant Protection! Antioxidants are essential to optimal health‚ it's just that simple. But some parts of our body are more difficult to protect with antioxidants than others are. For example‚ every cell in our body is made up of a lipid bilayer that can only be shielded by fat-soluble antioxidants. That's why NOW Ascorbyl Palmitate 500 mg Vcaps are a scientifically formulated fat-soluble version of ascorbic acid‚ and much easier to utilize in human cell membranes. As a powerful variety of Vitamin C‚ this highly effective antioxidant has been used to promote and maintain healthy skin‚ increased energy and overall levels of vitality. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). These products are not meant to diagnose‚ treat or cure any disease or medical condition. Please consult your doctor before starting any exercise or nutritional supplement program or before using these or any product during pregnancy or if you have a serious medical condition.