I'm sure there are probably posts here that I haven't gotten to yet, but I thought it might be interesting to start another topic. Owen has told me to use Lypo-C at the "end of the day" to help increase bowel tolerance and reduce gas. I'm confused about this. According to what I've read, including Hickey/Roberts books, the half life of C even in the gut is quick, therefore one needs to have frequent dosing in order to create increased plasma levels.
I have taken 5g at a time, to alleviate constipation. (it works great, btw) But if I take 2g or 3g every few hours, that doesn't occur. My question is this: If C is excreted in the gut in 4-6 hours (if it's not pulled from the gut b/c of plasma needs), why is a daily dose cumulative? Why would Lypo-C help with gas if only taken at the end of the day? In my mind, each dose is to be titrated to bowel tolerance, instead of the "daily dose".
What am I missing?
Kathy