Vitamin C The Benefits
You've all heard of vitamin C. You know it's most likely in your daily multi-vitamin. But, do you know its benefits? You might be surprised to find out vitamin C offers more support than you realize.
Quick Facts About Vitamin C:
- Vitamin C is an antioxidant.* Antioxidants may help block some of the damage caused by free radicals.* Free radicals are known for supporting the aging process.2*
- According to Cleveland Health Clinic, Vitamin C is an important immune system booster.* A lack of vitamin C may make you more prone to getting sick.1*
- We do not make our own vitamin C. It must be obtained through diet or vitamin supplements.* Vitamin C is found in fruits, berries, potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, cabbage, broccoli, spinach and more. Read below for a more detailed list of foods that are good vitamin C sources.
- According to the Mayo Clinic, the recommended daily amount of vitamin C for adult men is 90 milligrams and for adult women is 75 milligrams.*
Fruits with high sources of vitamin C*:
- Cantaloupe
- Citrus fruits and juices, such as orange and grapefruit
- Kiwi fruit
- Mango
- Papaya
- Pineapple
- Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and cranberries
- Watermelon
Vegetables with high sources of vitamin C*:
- Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and cauliflower
- Green and red peppers
- Spinach, cabbage, turnip greens, and other leafy greens
- Sweet and white potatoes
- Tomatoes and tomato juice
- Winter squash
This list was supplied by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
Talk with your doctor to find out if you're getting enough vitamin C in your daily nutritional regimen.
Reputable sources for this article include:
1 Cleveland Clinic: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/3-vitamins-best-boosting-immunity/
2 U.S. National Library of Medicine: https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002404.htm.