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Vitamin C
publication date: Jul 30, 2009
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author/source: Tristan Loo
What are Some Other Names for Vitamin C?
What is Vitamin C?
Vitamin C, also known as asorbic acid, is an important vitamin for collegen formation and tissue repair. It serves as an important anti-oxidant against free-radicals and aids in the utilization of carbohydrates. Supplemental Vitamin C is usually found as either chewable or swallowable tablets, capsules, effervescent tablets or concentrated liquid forms. High dose Vitamin C treatments are used to treat types of cancer and must be injected into the body by a doctor or nurse.
What are Some Benefits of Vitamin C?
- Helps the absorption of iron
- Prevents scurvy
- Promotes healthy capillaries
- Promotes healthy gums and teeth
- Helps form collegen
- Reduces free-radicals
- May improve male fertility
- May reduce cholesterol
- May slow down aging
- May prevent periodontal disease
What are Some Natural Sources of Vitamin C?
- Lemons
- Mangos
- Oranges
- Black Currants
- Broccoli
- Cabbage
- Tangerines
- Strawberries
- Guava
- Green Peppers
- Kale
