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Vitamin C

NutritionA water-soluble antioxidant vitamin. Abundant in fruit and vegetables, and sensitive to heat.

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Definition

A water-soluble antioxidant vitamin. Abundant in fruit and vegetables, and sensitive to heat.

In the body

Involved in collagen synthesis, iron absorption and immune function. As a food additive it also serves as an antioxidant.

Watch out for

Doses above 2 g a day can raise the risk of diarrhea and kidney stones. Its effect on preventing colds is limited.

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