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Vitamin C

Vitamin C at a Glance

  • Primary Role: A powerful antioxidant that supports immune function and skin.
  • Classification: Vitamin
  • Solubility Type: Water-Soluble
  • Measurement Unit: mg
  • Also Known As: Ascorbic Acid
  • Best Taken:Anytime · With Or Without Food

Absorption & Storage

Water-soluble vitamins are not stored in large amounts, so regular intake matters. Excess is usually excreted in urine, so consistent daily intake is more important than loading doses.

Males

Age Group RDA
9–13 years 45 mg
14–18 years 75 mg
19–30 years 90 mg
31–50 years 90 mg
50+ years 90 mg

Females

Age Group RDA
9–13 years 45 mg
14–18 years 65 mg
19–30 years 75 mg
31–50 years 75 mg
50+ years 75 mg
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Why do you need Vitamin C? Getting enough Vitamin C is essential because it naturally a powerful antioxidant that supports immune function and skin.

When is the best time to take Vitamin C? Vitamin C can be taken with or without food at any time of day. source

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