Vitamin C
Vitamin C
Vitamin C or ascorbic acid is probably the most popular of vitamins. It is soluble in water and is absorbed into the blood in the upper and middle part of the small intestine. Its function is to protect body tissue, regulate the metabolism of amino acids, support self-defence of the body, degrade cholesterol, stimulate the production of white blood cells and many others. By taking vitamin C as a nutritional supplement, the body receives as much than it needs and removes the remainder through urine. Therefore, it is not possible to overdose it. On the other hand, gingival bleeding, hair loss, depression, insomnia, bruising and poor performance often occur with vitamin C deficiency. It is good to supplement Vitamin C to maintain balance.
Vitamin C and its effects:
- underlies the formation of dopamine, peptide hormones and tyrosine
- acts as a powerful antioxidant
- supports the immune system and protects the body from infectious and viral diseases
- helps wound and scar healing
- acts as an antihistamine
- helps in the treatment of grey cataract and glaucoma
- protects against heart disease, pancreatic cancer, oesophagus, stomach and rectum cancer
- supports iron absorption
- lowers cholesterol
- promotes collagen production
- supports restoration of gums, bones, teeth, blood vessels
- prevents aging of cells and organism
- reduces the risk of atherosclerosis
- works against varicose veins and haemorrhoids
