Vitamin C is one of the most important anti-oxidant. It is important to know that Vitamin C is not produced by the body; therefore it is necessary to take a huge amount of it. When people age their natural Vitamin C level decreases, so as you get older you should take a higher dose of vitamin C to prevent this decrease.

The white blood cells which defend our body against bad elements, like bacterial invasion, need a huge amount of vitamin C to do its work. If the defense system of the body is not in good condition it will not do its work to defend our body from the enemies, the result of that is an illness and infection.

Things to know when taking Vitamin C:

• Vitamin C has diuretic effect so it is important to drink plenty of water.
• Vitamin C is sensitive to light, air, and heat, so it is best to eat fruits and vegetables raw or minimally cooked in order to retain their full vitamin C content.
• Taking Vitamin C with oat bran causes more to be absorbed into the body, increasing its health benefits. Oats is beneficial in lowering cholesterol in the blood.

Therapeutic Properties of Vitamin C:

• When a person have a throat infection or symptoms of the cold, it is important that she/he drink lemon juice or other citrus fruits that is rich in Vitamin. C.
• Vitamins C are also good in the treatment of Urinary tract infection, and Respiratory system like Asthma, Bronchitis, and Chest Colds. It helps dryness of the mucous membrane in the lungs. There is a study that Vitamin C deficiency increases risk of lung cancer.
• Arteriosclerosis (hardening of the arteries) is related to the lack of Vitamin C. A good dose will help lower cholesterol level in the blood.
• Vitamin C is important in the formation of collagen, an essential substance for the whole body. Abnormal functioning of collagen can produce; Aging, Muscular Pain, Gout, Rheumatic Fever, Rheumatoid arthritis, Colitis, and Inflammation of the Blood vessels. This condition can be stop if collagen has the ability to regenerate itself quickly. The only way that can happen is through a large intake of Vitamin C.
• Premature Aging, vitamin C is a great antidote for neutralizing free radicals than will cause premature again.
• Degenerative Diseases of the Eyes, many people who supplements with Vitamin. C has fewer eye problems; Doctors recommend 500mg - 1000mg daily.

Recommended Dosage:

• People who will just take vitamin C for supplement can take 100mg - 500mg 2x a time after me
• People who are treating some illnesses should take 500mg - 1000mg.
• People who will take more than 1000mg per daily should consult their Doctor.

Sources of Vitamin C: oranges, green peppers, watermelon, papaya, grapefruit, cantaloupe, strawberries, kiwi, mango, broccoli, tomatoes, cauliflower, cabbage, and citrus juices or juices fortified with Vitamin C. Raw and cooked leafy greens (turnip greens, spinach), red and green peppers, canned and fresh tomatoes, potatoes, winter squash, raspberries, blueberries, cranberries and pineapple