Vitamin C Guide

Written by Adrian Wozniak

Tuesday, 29 September 2009

Common names     * Vitamin C, Ascorbic Acid Recommended Intake     * Males ≥ 19 years: 90 mg/day     * Females ≥ 19 years: 75 mg/day What's Vitamin C for?     * Protects against the harmful effects of free radicals (an antioxidant)     * Assists in the formation of collagen, which is important for the health of blood vessels and gums, development of bones and teeth, and wound healing     * Helps resist infection, preventing and treating the common cold     * Has been found to decrease risk of cancer, heart disease, cataracts, and other diseases Best Food sources     * Fruit and vegetables. Particularly excellent sources are red bell peppers, kiwi, oranges, broccoli, strawberries, tomato juice, watermelon, potatoes, bananas, and carrots