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Bookmark or Share- 17 Foods High in Vitamin C - Cleveland Clinic Health EssentialsBut here are some estimates of the vitamin C content in common citrus fruits: Orange: 70–90 milligrams (mg). Grapefruit: 80–100 mg. Lemon: 30–40 mg. Lime: 20–30 mg. “Just one orange or ...
- Vitamin C - Consumer - Office of Dietary Supplements (ODS)Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble nutrient found in some foods. In the body, 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.
- Vitamin C - Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public HealthSmoking can deplete vitamin C levels in the body, so an additional 35 mg beyond the RDA is suggested for smokers. UL: The Tolerable Upper Intake Level is the maximum daily intake unlikely to cause harmful effects on health. The UL for vitamin C is 2000 mg daily; taking beyond this amount may promote gastrointestinal distress and diarrhea.
- How Much Vitamin C Should You Take? - HealthlineVitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin and essential antioxidant that plays many roles in your body. It supports wound healing, collagen formation, and immunity. It supports wound healing, collagen ...
- 7 Impressive Benefits of Vitamin C Supplements - HealthlineVitamin C supplements have been found to lower blood pressure in both healthy adults and those with high blood pressure. 3. May lower your risk of heart disease. Heart disease is the leading cause ...
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