No. 082Vitamin
Vitamin
Vitamin C
An antioxidant vitamin that supports immunity, collagen and iron absorption.
- Also known as
- Ascorbic acid
- Evidence
- Established nutrient Evidence level 5 of 5
- Body systems
- Liver, Nerves, Vitality and immunity
In research
Humans cannot make vitamin C, so it must come from diet. It is essential for collagen synthesis.
Strength of evidence
Established nutrient Evidence level 5 of 5An essential nutrient with well defined roles and recommended intakes. How we grade evidence.
Evidence
Research and answers
Appraised research and plain-language answers that involve Vitamin C.
Where you will find it
Products that contain it
Ingredient pages summarise traditional use and the direction of published research for education. They are not claims about any product and are not medical advice.
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