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VITAMIN C
What is it?
Vitamin C is a water-soluble
vitamin that is necessary
for normal growth and
development. The body does
not make Vitamin C on its own
and it does not store Vitamin C.
Health Benefits
(ASCORBIC ACID)
This vitamin is needed for
growth and repair of tissues in all
parts of your body. It is needed
for healthy skin, bones, and
teeth. Vitamin C is one of many
antioxidants. Antioxidants are
nutrients that block some of the
damage caused by free radicals.
Food Sources
Vitamin C can be found in bell
peppers, citrus fruits, broccoli,
caulif