Vitamin C Foods List

Vitamin C is an extremely valuable vitamin as it plays a part in so various body functions, as well as maintaining and repairing body tissue; strengthening blood vessels; and absorbing calcium in order to help in the configuration of bones and teeth. It also helps to persist resistance to infections and lowers levels of blood cholesterol.

Some benefits of Vitamin C:

Vitamin C acts as an antioxidant necessary for 300 metabolic functions in the body, which includes tissue growth and repair, adrenal gland function and healthy gums. Ascorbic acid is associated to carbohydrate metabolism. Deficiency making of insulin takes place in ascorbic acid deficiency. It is as well essential for the proper functioning of the formative cells of various tissues, such as fibroblasts, osteoblasts etc.

Vitamin C Foods List

• Cauliflower

• Strawberries

• Papaya

• Grapefruit

• Kiwi

• Oranges

• Cabbage

• Tomatoes

• Raspberries

• Spinach

• Pineapple

• Watermelon

• Limes

• Cranberries

• Guava

Signs of Vitamin C Deficiency

• Poor wound healing

• Frequent infections

• Bleeding or bruising easily

• Unexplained pain and swelling of joints

• Hair and tooth loss

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