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What is Vitamin C and What Are the Benefits?

What is Vitamin C and What Are the Benefits?
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You may already be familiar with vitamin C. Renowned for being the primary vitamin to take during winter, vitamin C is often associated with boosting your immune system to help fight off the common cold. But what exactly is vitamin C?

 

Here, you'll discover everything you need to know about this essential vitamin. As a key ingredient in many of our multivitamins at Garden of Life, discover why we need vitamin C and the benefits of taking vitamin C supplements.

 

What is Vitamin C?

 

Vitamin C is an essential nutrient and antioxidant. It’s true that vitamin C works to support the immune system, in addition to playing a key role in the production of collagen and the regeneration of other antioxidants.

 

As a water-soluble vitamin, our bodies cannot produce vitamin C, nor store it. To ensure we have enough vitamin C in our body, we must consume plenty of food rich in vitamin C and consider taking vitamin C supplements.

 

What Are the Signs of Vitamin C Deficiency?

 

It is uncommon to be deficient in vitamin C, but here are some signs that your vitamin levels could be low:

 

  • Tiredness and fatigue
  • Muscle aches
  • Can be linked to a weakened immune system

 

For those looking to boost their immune system, vitamin C supplements are a great place to start. Read our top tips on how you can boost your immune system here:

 

 

What Foods Are Sources of Vitamin C?

 

If you believe your vitamin C levels are low, it may be a sign of an unbalanced diet. There are plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables that are a natural source of vitamin C, such as:

 

  • Citrus fruits
  • Orange juice
  • Capsicum
  • Kiwi
  • Tomato juice
  • Spinach and Kale
  • Broccoli

 

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What Are the Benefits of Vitamin C?

 

Vitamin C offers a wealth of benefits for your body, overall health and immune system. Here are some of the key reasons why we need vitamin C and how it can benefit you:

1) Immune System Support

 

Vitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system. Keep your vitamin C levels topped up with vitamin C supplements, especially during winter.

2) Promotes Healthier Skin

 

Vitamin C contributes to collagen formation for the normal function of skin. As we begin to age, our body’s natural production of collagen begins to decline, resulting in fine lines and wrinkles. Boost your skin’s elasticity and encourage collagen formation from the inside with the help of vitamin C supplements.

 

3) It’s an Antioxidant

 

Vitamin C has antioxidant properties, helping your body to fight the damage caused by free radicals – also known as oxidative stress. Vitamin C also helps to assist in the regeneration of other antioxidants, such as vitamin E.

 

4) Increases Iron Absorption

 

Vitamin C can help to increase our body’s ability to absorb iron. You’ll find that a lot of iron supplements at Garden of Life contain added vitamin C because of its ability to help our body absorb this essential mineral.

 

How To Boost Vitamin C Levels

 

At Garden of Life, we have a wide range of vitamin C supplements, as well as an abundance of multivitamins and minerals that contain added vitamin C to support your health.

 

Our Vitamin Code Raw Vitamin C capsules are formulated with 500mg vitamin C to give your body the boost it needs in two daily supplements. Made from a blend of 23 fruits, vegetables and natural food cofactors, you can rest assured that you’re only providing your body with the best source of vitamin C.

 

 

For those who dislike the taste of tablets or find them hard to swallow, shop the Organics Vitamin C Spray. Available in a tasty orange-tangerine or cherry-tangerine flavour, a vitamin C spray is a convenient, easy, and delicious way to boost your intake. Simply spritz this vegan spray directly into your mouth to benefit from 60mg of vitamin C.

 

 

Browse the full range of organic multivitamins and iron supplements that contain vitamin C to give your body an extra boost of essential vitamins.

 

 

Discover what other vitamins you should consider taking during summer in our handy summer supplements guide:

 

 

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