1. Muhammad Habib Ullah
2015-ag-7783
UAF Sub campus Depalpur
Topic:.
Vitamin C
Introduction:.
Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin found in citrus and other fruits and vegetables, and also
sold as a dietary supplement. It is used to prevent and treat scurvy. Vitamin C is an essential nutrient
involved in the repair of tissue, the formation of collagen, and the enzymatic production of certain
neurotransmitters.
Source of Vitamin C:.
2. Benefits Of Vitamin C:.
1. May reduce your risk of chronic disease.
2. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant
3. May help manage high blood pressure.
4. May lower your risk of heart disease
5. May reduce blood uric acid levels and help prevent gout attacks.
6. Helps prevent iron deficiency
7. Boosts immunity
8. Protects your memory and thinking as you age
Deficiency symptoms of vitamin C:.
1. Hair loss
2. Swelling or bleeding of gums, and eventual loss of teeth
3. Skin spots
4. Depression
5. Weakness
6. Weight loss