Starwest Botanicals Whole Organic Rose Hips, 1 Pound Description Rose Hips is recommended as part of a daily regimen for winter wellness and immunity. Vitamin C’s major role is to produce collagen, an essential protein substance that holds connective tissues together in skin, bone, teeth, and other parts of the body. Vitamin C is also critical for the proper function of the immune system, for manufacturing certain nerve-transmitting substances and hormones, and for the absorption and utilization of other nutrients, such as vitamin E and iron. Features: Latin/Botanical Name: Rosa canina Origin: Chile Certified Organic by QAI - In accordance with the USDA National Organic Program Guidelines Kosher Certified by Kosher Certification Services cGMP Compliant (current Good Manufacturing Practices) Product Details: Brand: Starwest Botanicals Item Form: Granule Unit Count: 16.0 Ounce Specialty: Organic Number of Items: 1 Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 3 x 9 inches; 1 Pounds Date First Available ‏ : ‎ February 26, 2010 Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Starwest Botanicals