Vitamin C

Vitamin C is an essential nutrient for human life, and it is one of the most common nutrients bought in supplemental form. Vitamin C is a water soluble nutrient, meaning it dissolves in water and the body does not store it, and it needs to typically be replenished on a daily basis. Vitamin C is used for a wide range of functions in the body including (but not limited to):

• Antioxidant power
• Promoting wound healing
• Building and maintaining bones, ligaments, skin and blood vessels
• Immune system function
• Proper teeth and cartilage health

Too little Vitamin C can lead to a variety of ailments including:

• Bleeding gums
• Decreased ability to fight infections
• Slow would healing
• Easy bruising
• Rough, dry or scaly skin

With Vitamin C being water soluble, it is important to acquire adequate amounts of this nutrient on a daily basis. The typical daily dosage for Vitamin C is 250mg to 500mg twice per day, although that may vary depending age, gender and other circumstances.