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Vitamin C
Ascorbic Acid
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) is a water-soluble vitamin. It acts as an antioxidant, helping to protect cells from the damage caused by free radicals. Free radicals are compounds formed when our bodies convert the food we eat into energy. We are exposed to free radicals in the environment from air pollution, cigarette smoke, chemicals, and ultraviolet light (UV) from the sun. Vitamin C is used by the body to make collagen, the main structural protein found in skin and other connective tissues. Collagen helps wounds heal. Vitamin C also enhances the absorption of Iron and helps the immune system to function properly. It is often supplemented to reduce the symptoms of the common cold.
Also Known As:
Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbate, 2-oxo-L-threo-hexono-1, 4-lactone-2, 3-enediol, L-ascorbic acid
Stellar-Mama contains 100 mg of Vitamin C.
Preggy-Mama contains 100 mg of Vitamin C.
VIRAVANCE contains 500 mg of Vitamin C for immune boosting.
InsuMax-Q contains 250 mg of Vitamin C.
Flexi-CAL contains 200 mg of Vitamin C.
Repleni-MAG contains 150 mg of Vitamin C.
Easy Sleep 40winx contains 150 mg of Vitamin C.
Things to look for in the best Vitamin C Supplement
Vitamin C in dietary supplements is usually in the form of Ascorbic acid, but some supplements have other forms, such as Sodium Ascorbate, Calcium Ascorbate, other mineral Ascorbates, and Ascorbic Acid with Bioflavonoids. Research has not shown that any form of Vitamin C is better than the other forms.
Frequently Asked Questions:
How much vitamin C should I take daily?
The recommended daily intake of Vitamin C is 100 – 200 mg. Higher doses of Vitamin C are used to support the immune system or reduce the duration of the common cold.
What happens due to lack of vitamin C?
A lack of Vitamin C causes Scurvy. Scurvy causes fatigue, inflammation of the gums, bleeding gums and loosening or loss of teeth, small red or purple spots on the skin, joint pain, poor wound healing, and corkscrew hairs. People with scurvy can also develop depression and anemia. Untreated Scurvy is fatal.
What is the best time to take vitamin C?
Vitamin C can be taken any time of the day at a consistent time.
