Ascorbic acid
Antiscorbutic vitamin
Ascorbate
Hexuronic acid
Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin that has numerous functions within the human body.
Citrus fruits are a particularly rich source of vitamin C. It is also found any many other fruits and vegetables including: Blackcurrants, strawberries, guava, mango and kiwi, blackcurrants, peppers, green vegetables (e.g. broccoli, Brussels sprouts). Regular intake of potatoes, cabbage, spinach and tomatoes can also provide Vitamin C.
Normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage, blood vessels, teeth and gums and bones
Normal function of the immune system
Normal energy-yielding metabolism