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Vitamin C (Ascorbic acid)
General description
Vitamin C is a water-soluble antioxidant required by every tissue in the body.
First isolated in 1928 by Albert Szent-Gyorgi, vitamin C is involved in hundreds
of vital biochemical reactions and is the body's most important antioxidant,
serving as the first line of defense against free-radical induced damage. While
most animals manufacture their own vitamin C, in humans this is not the case;
it must be included in the diet. Because it is a water-soluble vitamin and is not
stored in the body, it is essential that people consume vitamin C daily.
Supplemental vitamin C is sold in many forms, including powders,
timed-release tablets, capsules, etc. Non-acidic, "buffered" forms, in which
ascorbic acid is bonded to a mineral (i.e. calcium, potassium, sodium, and
magnesium ascorbates) are available for those who experience gastric
discomfort with regular vitamin C supplements.
Food sources
Good food sources of vitamin C include citrus fruits, broccoli, peppers,
tomatoes, and dark-green, leafy vegetables like spinach and kale.
Health applications
Antioxidant protection
Cardiovascular health
Immune function
Reproductive health
Vision/eye health
Mental function
Functions and uses
The primary function of vitamin C is in the manufacture of collagen, which is
the main protein substance in human tissues. This makes vitamin C important
for virtually all body systems. Vitamin C is essential for healthy skin, gums,
blood vessels, eyes, central nervous system and reproductive function. It is
also required for the production of enzymes that help rid the body of toxins,
including lead and other environmental pollutants.
Dosage/toxicity
The RDA for vitamin C is 60 mg per day, but this is widely believed to be too
low. Many nutritionists recommend 250 to 500 mg per day for healthy people,
but doses of up to 5,000 mg per day have been recommended in conditions of
increased oxidative stress. Factors that increase vitamin C requirements
include smoking, diabetes, high-fat diets, physical wounds, infections, and
many illnesses. Vitamin C is absorbed more efficiently when consumed with
bioflavonoids, and they may also enhance its antioxidant potency. Because
vitamin C is not stored in the body, it is best to consume it in divided doses
throughout the day, preferably with meals. Vitamin C has no known toxicity,
even at extremely high doses. Adverse effects including stomach upset,
intestinal gas and diarrhea have been reported with high-dose
supplementation, but these symptoms normally reverse with reduction of
intake.
General description
Vitamin C is a water-soluble antioxidant required by every tissue in the body.
First isolated in 1928 by Albert Szent-Gyorgi, vitamin C is involved in hundreds
of vital biochemical reactions and is the body's most important antioxidant,
serving as the first line of defense against free-radical induced damage. While
most animals manufacture their own vitamin C, in humans this is not the case;
it must be included in the diet. Because it is a water-soluble vitamin and is not
stored in the body, it is essential that people consume vitamin C daily.
Supplemental vitamin C is sold in many forms, including powders,
timed-release tablets, capsules, etc. Non-acidic, "buffered" forms, in which
ascorbic acid is bonded to a mineral (i.e. calcium, potassium, sodium, and
magnesium ascorbates) are available for those who experience gastric
discomfort with regular vitamin C supplements.
Food sources
Good food sources of vitamin C include citrus fruits, broccoli, peppers,
tomatoes, and dark-green, leafy vegetables like spinach and kale.
Health applications
Antioxidant protection
Cardiovascular health
Immune function
Reproductive health
Vision/eye health
Mental function
Functions and uses
The primary function of vitamin C is in the manufacture of collagen, which is
the main protein substance in human tissues. This makes vitamin C important
for virtually all body systems. Vitamin C is essential for healthy skin, gums,
blood vessels, eyes, central nervous system and reproductive function. It is
also required for the production of enzymes that help rid the body of toxins,
including lead and other environmental pollutants.
Dosage/toxicity
The RDA for vitamin C is 60 mg per day, but this is widely believed to be too
low. Many nutritionists recommend 250 to 500 mg per day for healthy people,
but doses of up to 5,000 mg per day have been recommended in conditions of
increased oxidative stress. Factors that increase vitamin C requirements
include smoking, diabetes, high-fat diets, physical wounds, infections, and
many illnesses. Vitamin C is absorbed more efficiently when consumed with
bioflavonoids, and they may also enhance its antioxidant potency. Because
vitamin C is not stored in the body, it is best to consume it in divided doses
throughout the day, preferably with meals. Vitamin C has no known toxicity,
even at extremely high doses. Adverse effects including stomach upset,
intestinal gas and diarrhea have been reported with high-dose
supplementation, but these symptoms normally reverse with reduction of
intake.