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VITAMIN C (Functions (Relationship to other diseases (Moderate cold system…
VITAMIN C
Functions
Collagen formation
Wounds heal
Cells are held together
Artery walls and thin capillary walls
Act as an antioxidant
Defend against free radicals attack
Protect tissues from oxidative stress and prevent diseases
Aids in iron absorption
Synthesis of important compounds
Relationship to other diseases
Moderate cold system
Protective effect against cancer
Reduce risk of heart disease
Protect from oxidative damage
Deficiency
Gums bleed
Hemorrhaging
Muscles degeneration
Dry, scaly and brown skin
Wounds fail to heal
Food sources
Vegetables
Green leafy vegetables
Brussels sprouts
Broccoli
Cantaloup
Capsicum
Tomato
Fruits
Citrus fruits
Orange
Grapefruits
Kiwi
Guava
Mango
Strawberries
Chemical Name
Ascorbic acid or ascorbate
Sensitive to destruction by light, heat air or prooxidant materials( iron or copper)