Vitamin
C (Ascorbic
Acid)
Reference
Recommended
D aily
Allowance:
60mg
(men);
60mg
(women)
Benefits:
Helps
overall
body
functions.
Aids
in forming
collagen
in connective
tissue.
Aids
in the
treatment
of cancer,
cholesterol,
heart
disease,
blood
clots,
allergies,
and
arthritis.
Contributes
to hemoglobin
and
red-blood-cell
production
in bone
marrow.
Aids
in healing
wounds
and
broken
bones.
Builds
up the
body's
immune
system
to make
it stronger
against
colds
and
viruses.
A powerful
antioxidant.
Reduces
risk
of heart
disease,
cancer,
cataracts,
arthritis.
Could
aid
diabetics
by helping
to regulate
insulin
release.
Reduces
the
histamine
levels
in the
body,
which
trigger
allergy
and
asthma
attacks.
People
taking
at least
200
mg daily
have
a 30%
reduced
risk
of bronchitis.
Sources:
Citrus
fruits
and
juices,
strawberries,
vegetables.
Deficiencies:
Skin
bruising;
bleeding
gums;
Shortness
of breath;
impaired
digestion;
Anemia;
Joint
pains;
Increased
healing
time
of surface
wounds;
Breaks
in capillary
walls
resulting
clots;
Excessive
hair
loss;
Scurvy.
Toxicity
Warning:
Flushed
face,
frequent
urination,
mild
diarrhea,
nausea.
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