Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

Also known as: Vitamin C is also known as Ester C, Ascorbic Acid, Rose Hips, Acerola, Bioflavonoids.

Vitamin C is an essential nutrient which acts as a powerful anti-oxidant.

It is used in some food products as a preservative.

There is no firmly established minimum daily requirement of Vitamin C, but most people concerned with their intake of this nutrient find that doses of at least 60 milligrams are needed to enjoy the benefits of Vitamin C.

Home Remedies using Vitamin C:

Benefits and Uses of Vitamin C:

Vitamin C offers many benefits in terms of health and wellness.  These include:

• As a powerful antioxidant, may help fight cancer
• Helps maintain collagen for healthy skin
• Lowers blood pressure and keeps the nervous system functioning correctly
• Benefits diabetics in regulating blood glucose levels
• Improves immune system response fighting diseases such as the common cold
• Helps the body utilize iron effectively
• Assist in healing wounds and burns

Vitamin C also helps raise good cholesterol (HDL) levels and prevents bad cholesterol (LDL) from oxidation.

Vitamin C is used to fight common colds in winter because it stimulates the body’s immune system response to bacteria.

Because it is an antioxidant, it helps fight the signs of aging and helps prevent cancer.

Vitamin C is available over the counter in:

• Tables
• Capsules
• As part of a balanced multi-vitamin dietary supplement

Vitamin C is available in many foods, including:

• Citrus fruits of all types including lemons, limes, oranges, grapefruits
• Other fruits including apples, bananas, pears, guavas, berries, grapes, lychee and most other fruits have some Vitamin C.

Side Effects of Vitamin C:

Too much intake of Vitamin C can cause stomach upset due to the acidity of the vitamin.