Components -> Vitamins -> Water soluble vitamins
Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble vitamin that is essential for the growth, development, and repair of all body tissues. It plays a key role in the immune system, as well as in collagen formation, wound healing, and the maintenance of cartilage, bones, and teeth.
Vitamin C is an essential nutrient that acts as an antioxidant in the body. It supports the immune system, helps in the absorption of iron, promotes collagen production, and aids in the repair and maintenance of tissues. Additionally, vitamin C plays a role in protecting cells from damage caused by free radicals and contributes to overall skin health and wound healing.
The recommended dietary allowance (RDA) for vitamin C varies by age and gender. For adults, the RDA is around 75 to 100 milligrams per day. Some population groups might require higher daily intake. Consuming a variety of vitamin C-rich foods such as citrus fruits, bell peppers, and kiwi can help meet your daily requirements.
Adequate intake of vitamin C is essential for the growth, development, and repair of all body tissues. It plays a role in numerous bodily functions, including the formation of collagen, absorption of iron, and maintenance of healthy skin. Additionally, vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that helps to protect cells from damage caused by free radicals, and supports the immune system in fighting off infections.
While vitamin C is generally considered safe, consuming very large amounts from supplements can lead to digestive issues such as diarrhea, nausea, and stomach cramps. For individuals with certain medical conditions, high doses of vitamin C can lead to kidney stones or interfere with certain medical treatments.
Consuming excessive amounts of vitamin C can lead to stomach pain, diarrhea, and nausea. High doses of vitamin C from supplements may also increase the risk of kidney stones in some individuals. It is important to follow the recommended daily allowance and not exceed the tolerable upper intake level to avoid adverse effects.
Low levels of vitamin C can lead to symptoms such as fatigue, weak immune system, slow wound healing, and dry, rough skin. To increase vitamin C levels, consider incorporating more citrus fruits, bell peppers, kiwi, strawberries, and broccoli into your diet or consider taking a vitamin C supplement after consulting with a healthcare professional.
Vegans can get their vitamin C intake from a variety of plant-based sources such as citrus fruits, berries, kiwi, mango, papaya, pineapple, and vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, kale, and Brussels sprouts. Additionally, many plant-based foods and beverages are fortified with vitamin C to help vegans meet their daily requirements.
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Sweet peppers, dried
Type: Food
Vegetable dishes -> Vegetables
Vitamin C
1,900.00mg per 100 grams
Sea buckthorn juice
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Juices
Vitamin C
345.60mg per 240 grams
Guava
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Fruits
Vitamin C
319.62mg per 140 grams
Rose hip
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Berries
Vitamin C
300.50mg per 50 grams
Black currant
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Berries
Vitamin C
179.20mg per 140 grams
Sweet pepper, yellow
Type: Food
Vegetable dishes -> Vegetables
Vitamin C
174.17mg per 85 grams
Sweet pepper
Type: Food
Vegetable dishes -> Vegetables
Vitamin C
157.08mg per 85 grams
Sweet pepper, red
Type: Food
Vegetable dishes -> Vegetables
Vitamin C
157.08mg per 85 grams
Black currant juice
Type: Food
Beverages -> Juice drink
Vitamin C
153.60mg per 240 grams
Peppers, hot (habanero)
Type: Food
Vegetable dishes -> Vegetables
Vitamin C
131.00mg per 100 grams
Sweet pepper, boiled
Type: Food
Vegetable dishes -> Cooked vegetables
Vitamin C
121.55mg per 85 grams
Longans
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Fruits
Vitamin C
117.60mg per 140 grams
Tomato powder
Type: Food
Vegetable dishes -> Canned vegetables
Vitamin C
116.70mg per 100 grams
Sweet pepper, green
Type: Food
Vegetable dishes -> Vegetables
Vitamin C
102.00mg per 85 grams
Black currant, dried, black currant powder
Type: Food
Snacks -> Nuts, seeds and dried fruits
Vitamin C
102.00mg per 40 grams
Litchis
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Fruits
Vitamin C
100.10mg per 140 grams
Jujube
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Fruits
Vitamin C
96.60mg per 140 grams
Kiwi, without skin
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Fruits
Vitamin C
93.80mg per 140 grams
Kiwi
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Fruits
Vitamin C
86.30mg per 140 grams
Brussels sprout
Type: Food
Vegetable dishes -> Vegetables
Vitamin C
91.80mg per 85 grams
Raspberry juice concentrate
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Juices
Vitamin C
91.44mg per 240 grams
Grapefruit juice, pink
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Juices
Vitamin C
91.20mg per 240 grams
Grapefruit juice, white
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Juices
Vitamin C
91.20mg per 240 grams
Angelica
Type: Food
Vegetable dishes -> Vegetables
Vitamin C
87.55mg per 85 grams
Jujube, chinese, fresh, dried
Type: Food
Snacks -> Nuts, seeds and dried fruits
Vitamin C
87.04mg per 40 grams
Orange juice
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Juices
Vitamin C
86.40mg per 240 grams
Cloudberry
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Berries
Vitamin C
86.24mg per 140 grams
Pummelo
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Fruits
Vitamin C
85.40mg per 140 grams
Papaya
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Fruits
Vitamin C
85.26mg per 140 grams
Grapefruit juice, vitamin c
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Juices
Vitamin C
81.60mg per 240 grams
Mulberry, dried
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Berries
Vitamin C
79.20mg per 100 grams
Tangerine juice
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Juices
Vitamin C
74.40mg per 240 grams
Litchis, dried
Type: Food
Snacks -> Nuts, seeds and dried fruits
Vitamin C
73.20mg per 40 grams
Pepper, chili pepper
Type: Food
Vegetable dishes -> Vegetables
Vitamin C
72.75mg per 30 grams
Pineapple juice, vitamin c
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Juices
Vitamin C
72.00mg per 240 grams
Grape juice
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Juices
Vitamin C
72.00mg per 240 grams
Passion-fruit juice, purple
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Juices
Vitamin C
71.52mg per 240 grams
Orange
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Fruits
Vitamin C
71.40mg per 140 grams
Orange, average, with skin
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Fruits
Vitamin C
51.41mg per 140 grams
Sea buckthorn berry
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Berries
Vitamin C
70.00mg per 50 grams
Clementine
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Fruits
Vitamin C
68.32mg per 140 grams
Goutweed, ground elder, herb gerard, leaf
Type: Food
Vegetable dishes -> Vegetables
Vitamin C
68.00mg per 85 grams
Rowanberry juice, without sugar
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Juices
Vitamin C
66.48mg per 240 grams
Strawberry
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Berries
Vitamin C
63.84mg per 140 grams
Kumquat
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Fruits
Vitamin C
61.46mg per 140 grams
Brussels sprout, boiled
Type: Food
Vegetable dishes -> Cooked vegetables
Vitamin C
59.67mg per 85 grams
Sugar snap pea
Type: Food
Pulses and pulse dishes -> Pulses
Vitamin C
59.40mg per 90 grams
Mandarin, average, without skin
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Fruits
Vitamin C
57.40mg per 140 grams
Mandarin, average, with skin
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Fruits
Vitamin C
45.92mg per 140 grams
Kale
Type: Food
Vegetable dishes -> Vegetables
Vitamin C
55.93mg per 85 grams
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