Vitamin C Benefits

Vitamin C is a vital part of our body’s enzyme production system and has benefits to the entire body. Vitamin C is an ascorbic acid found in citrus fruit such as lemons, oranges and fresh vegetables. Vitamin C helps the immune system fight off infections. 

History:

Vitamin C is well known for preventing scurvy to sailors. In the 1700s, sailors endured a fatigued illness that was cured through lemon juice discovered by James Lind. From that point on all sailors were required to carry along with them citrus fruit when at sea in order to keep from getting this deadly illness. In 1932, ascorbic acid was distilled from the lemons. 

Fruit sources:

Fresh fruits and vegetables are a great source of vitamin C. Vitamin C is provided in citrus fruits, strawberries, papayas, cherries and cantaloupe. 

Vegetable sources:

Vitamin C is found in vegetables such as Brussels sprouts, broccoli, red and green peppers and cabbage. Eating fresh vegetables is the best form of receiving vitamin C into your body.

Effects of vitamin C for skin:

Helping to preserve collagen in the body’s connective tissue is the key purpose of vitamin C. Collagen is found within the skin, joints and cartilage. By using vitamin C, the skin heals and the skin is tightened and strengthened to add shape and support the body. Skin leg ulcers are also healed by using vitamin C products. Taking vitamin C tablets is the best way to keep skin strong and healthy.

Quantity:

Vitamin C dosage recommendation is 2 to 4 grams along with exercise and eating healthy.