Page 16 April 1981 Cassiar Courier VITAC r Unlike animals that are able to produce vitamin C within their own bodies, man cannot manufacture it nor can he store it for long durations. He must rely on adequate sup- plies from his food for his daily requirement to sustain im- portant biological functions. The most important function of vitamin C, or ascorbic acid, is the control it has on the body’s ability to produce collagen, the substance that binds cells together and keeps them in proper relationship to one another. Collagen plays an important - role in the structure of bones and teeth, and the functioning of blood capilliariesmuscle, and glandular organs. Vitamin C along with other nutrients, also helps skin tissue recover from wounds, especially burns and skin grafts. Vitamin C works with the mineral iron in a number of biological functions: it reduces iron for easier absorption and when combined with iron and vitamins E and B 12, helps to build red blood cells and form hemoglobin, which carries oxygen in the blood. Vitamin C also functions as an antioxidant. It prevents oxygen from overreacting with sensitive compounds; like’ fatty acids, which are critically important for body func- tioning. It even helps protect other nutrients, like vitamins A and E, from oxidation. Strong healthy teeth are the result of vitamin C working OOPS WE GOOFED... In the March edition of the Cassiar Courier we made an er- ror in the article on the Pacific Pulmonary Research Soci- ety. We wrote; ‘Dr. Nelems, a former mining engineer be- fore turning to medicine, said that the mining industry provides a large, accessible workforce, whase members receive regular medical checkups and work in a relatively sterile environment suitable for long term research.’ This should read.‘/work in a relatively stable environment suitable for long term research, “’ ac || ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS CASSIAR TAKU GROUP OPEN MEETING EVERY TUESDAY AT 8:00 P.M. CLOSED BIG BOOK DISCUSSION EVERY FRIDAY AT 8:P.M. PLACE: CATHOLIC CHURCH BASEMENT SSS Ee et FOR HELP PLEASE CALL 778-7589 778-7445 778-7693 - POST OFFICE BOX 491 CASSIAR, B.C. voc 1E£0 or Subscriptions SUBSCRIPTIONS ARE ONLY $5.00 A YEAR FOR 12 FULL ISSUES OF THE CASSIAR COURIER. [ | t Cosin Cou, Ox E Proiiee Co pais eas atm Ss Ment Code OO $5 envlgsed= OBiN m Bill me OD Gift- details enclosed S==———SI™ S45 Ee ee | | Cassiar, B.C. | See | | Lol NEWS ON NOURISHMENT with minerals like calcium and phosphorus, especially dur- ing childhood when the dentin layer of the teeth is being formed. Recent studies indicate vitamin C plays a major role in maintaining healthy gum tissues. Since ascorbic acid is water soluble, it is easily absorbed from the gastro-intestinal tract into the bloodstredm, and transported to the tissues. Any excess is excreted through the kidneys, or converted to Carbon dioxide and exhaled through the lungs. {It has only been recently recognized that tissue saturation levels, along with levels found in the bloodstreams, are the real indicators of vitamin C utilization. The daily amount of vitamin C needed for saturating the tissues is highly individual. At this time, measuring tissue levels to deter- mine the amount of saturation is still a costly hoes re- quiring professional clinical biopsy. According to the U.S. RDA, the recommended dietary al- lowance for vitamin C or ascorbic asid is 60mg for adults. The allowance for children is 40mg daily. Pregnant and. _ lactating women-should receive at least 60mg daily. These U.S. RDA‘s are designed to meet the known nutritional needs of practically all healthy persons. Individual varia- tions resulting from genetic make-up, metabolic changes, and lifestyle and dietary habits should also be taken into consideration in determining the amount of vitamin C consumed daily. Veank You 1 would like to thank all Cassiar people for their help during our recent fire. Special thanks to Cassiar Re- sources, the teachers at the Cassiar School, the Lions Club and the Lioness Club. Elisabetta Fiorella and family CLASSIFIED ADS FOR SALE Hammond Dbl. 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FROM BEV EVANS Clinical studies show that vitamin C levels may fluctuate with metabolic changes; stimuli such as alcohol, smoking, oral contraceptives, medication, stress, or prolonged ill- nesses which increase the metabolic rate may call for higher Jevels of vitamin C intake in order to maintain adequate levels in the body: U.S. dietry surveys also indicate that the elderly may be deficient in Vitamin C because they have a tendency to skip meals containing vitamin C, or are unable, because of physical limitations to purchase food sources of vitamin GQ It is difficult to accurately assess our actual vitamin C in- take from the foods we eat. Vitamin C is greatly reduced when cooking or blending foods that have vitamin C be- cause vitamin C is water soluble and easily oxidized by contact with air.-Copper and silver cooking utensils, in - fact, can destroy significant amounts of the vitamin. — Good food sources of vitamin C are fruits and vegetables --such “as Oranges, Orange juice, cantaloupes, strawberries and tomato juice. Since these foods are traditionally eaten during the first part of the day, people who skip breakfast may also be missing important amounts of the vitamin C they need daily. Supplementation, therefore, is often considered the most convenient, reliable source for daily intake of vitamin C. NEED HELP? Call the Native Courtworket and Coun- selling Association of B.C. The Courtworker- in your Area is: VIOLET GREENWAY, . P.O. BOX 336, WATSON LAKE, Y.T. ' YOA 1CO PHONE: 536-7592 Violet will be in your area every first and third Monday of each month, C= SS ee THE KEY TO YOUR INCOME TAX PROBLEMS IN CASSIAR - LEE CORAN ; 205 SMITH STREET PHONE 778-7456 : MON & TUES 9a.m. - 5p.m. WED & THURS 6.30 - 9p.m. OTHER TIMES BY APPOINTMENT ONLY [SS SESE Following are goods to be disposed of or sold April 30, 1981 for monies owing for storage, Paine etc. at S & J Transportation, Box 304, Cassiar, B.C. Phone 778-7333. OWNER Mr. John Bates Mr. Michael King ADDRESS Gen. Del., Cassiar, B.C. Mr. Alain Moreau deceased) Mrs. Helen Storch Gen. Del., Cassiar, B.C. Mr. Richard Stathans Gen. Delivery, Watson Lake, ee Mighty Moe's Place Spend some time with an active northern Trapper on beautiful Cotton Lake. Guaranteed fishing, hunting and guiding. Canoe trips Up or Down the Dease. Wilderness camping.— facilities for tents, Campers and motor homes. ® Tackle, Haida Beadwork, Driftwood, Tanned Beaver Hides \ Crafts and Fishing Licences for sale. Gen. Del., Cassiar, B.C. Gen. Del., Cassiar, B.C. ITEM MONEY OWED Personal effects $1,483.70 1 wrecked and burned ” International Travelall 658.00 1 1968Caddy, wrecked, License No. DBK 975 784.00 1 Fargo Van, License No. = 5026HP in poor shape 626.00 1 1964 Acadian Serial No. 49269004948, running 694.00. THE COFFEE’S ON SO — COME AS A STRANGER ¢ AND LEAVE AS A FRIEND’ FOR HOME IS WHERE YOU HANG YOUR HAT. 43 miles North of Dease ia e wae pi Cotton Lake, Box 212, Cassiar, B.C. VOC 1E0