Vitamin C

Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin that is involved in the synthesis of collagen, in the synthesis of hormones and neurotransmitters, in enhancing the absorption of  ron, in the formation of red blood cells, in the regulation of the metabolism of folic  acid, cholesterol and cholesterol. Helps increase HDL and lower LDL lipoprotein by  protecting arteries and as a powerful antioxidant strengthens the body’s  defenses. Very good sources of vitamin C are kiwi, orange, grapefruit, broccoli and  green salads, good sources are also green and red peppers, tomatoes and  strawberries. It is good to know that vitamin C is altered by cooking, exposure to  the air and light, as well as by prolonged storage and transport. Smoking, taking  some contraceptives or aspirin, stress, pregnancy, breastfeeding can increase a  person’s need for vitamin C. The recommended daily intake for vitamin C is 60 mg  for non-smokers and 100 mg for smokers. .

Vitamin C or else ascorbic acid is one of the most important elements of our nutrition. The human body cannot compose it by itself, that is why it has to take it from food. Vitamin C is a strong antioxidant, necessary for many body functions, like protein metabolism or making neurotransmitters. When we do not feel well, we  choose fruit and vegetables which have plenty of vitamin C, like orange, spinach, strawberry, grapefruit, kiwi and pepper, or a food supplement.

A variety of brands and products containing vitamin C can be found here at  Fotopharmacy!
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