Vitamin C – Ascorbic Acid (Water-Soluble)
Foods: Bell peppers, Parsley, Broccoli
Nutrient inhibiting factors: Heat, oxidation, smoking, pollution, aspirin, alcohol
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Conditions such as dry skin, wrinkles, easy bruising, and splitting hair may all be caused by a prolonged vitamin C deficiency
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Vital for prevention of and relief from skin infections that are caused by burns, wounds, and sports injuries
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Vitamin C increases the number and activity of white blood cells with normal intake from natural foods
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Protects cells from oxygen-based damage due to ailments such as cancer and cardiovascular disease
- Promotes the absorption of iron, and for body cleansing and elimination of toxins, both vitamin C and iron-rich foods are essential
- Required daily for the health of the optic system. The lens of the eye needs Vitamin C, and a prolonged deficiency may cause poor vision
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Preserves skin tissue
- Stress, smoking, injury, viruses, disease, colds, and infections can reduce vitamin C levels
For more information, please see me at Norwell Athletic Club (NAC).
Yours in Health,
Silke Heine,
Owner of Simplify Holistic Nutrition
(781) 883-5951