Vitamin C is an important anti-oxidant and an enzyme cofactor for many important biological reactions . Sepsis is associated with an acute deficiency of vitamin C , recently vitamin C-containing regimens as adjunctive therapy in sepsis have received much attention.
What do you think, some experience?
Linus Pauling who won the Nobel Prize twice wrote a book on Vitamin C and suggested that we take at least 4,000 mg a day. I have been taking 3,000 a day for the past 20 years and seldom do I get sick! Amir
Many thanks for this interesting data dear Amir W. Al-Khafaji . It is very important to share this knowledge that can improve health and save lives with something so simple and cheap
Dear Dr. Catia Cillóniz :
I agree with you about the important of vitamin C for each body its use to prevent heart disease and stroke , protect body from cancer, vitamin C is useful in the treatment of gout, which is caused by high levels of uric acid.
The link below
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-5508/The-powers-vitamin-C.html
Wonderful reply@Amir Sir
I want to know the source of vitamin C for having 3000 mg per day.
Dear Prof. Catia Cillóniz - I have shared the importance of taking Vitamin C with family and friends who are following my example! Thank you for giving me the opportunity to share it with RG members. Amir
Dear Dr. Catia Cillóniz
Vitamin C also known as ascorbic acid is obtained from sour fruits like lemon and oranges. It helps the formation and maintenance of collagen in the intercellular material of connective tissues. Moreover, Vitamin C serves as an anti-oxidant, thus helps in boosting the immune system of body. Deficiency of Vitamin C leads to a disease known as 'scurvy'.
Please see the following ResearchGate links.
Article Effects of vitamin C on health: A review of evidence
Article Vitamin C as an Antioxidant: Evaluation of Its Role in Disea...
Article Vitamin C and Immune Function
Article Role of Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) on Human Health- A Review
Article Biological Significance of Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) in Huma...
Article Vitamin C and Oral Health: A Review
Article Effect of Vitamin C Supplements on Physical Performance
Good luck!
Vitamin C is an essential vitamin, meaning it can’t be produced by the body. Nevertheless, it has many roles in your body and has been linked to impressive health benefits. It is water-soluble and found in many fruits and vegetables, including oranges, strawberries, kiwi fruit, bell peppers, broccoli, kale and spinach.
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May I know the richest source of vitamin-C?
Yes, it is a good antioxidant and has multiple useful as discussed above.
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Before the role of vitamin C in preventing scurvy was discovered, it was a fatal disease for sailors. Fresh vegetables and sour fruits were rarely carried for consumption in the sailing vessels of those days. So, sailors were often affected with severe scurvy on long cruises. Their gums became swollen and bled profusely. Teeth got loose in their sockets and began falling out. Bones fractured spontaneously. Bleeding spots appeared beneath the skin. Fatigue was overwhelming. Old scars of remote past encounters and fights reopened and bled again. The superstitious sailors saw the disease as a punishment inflicted by the wrathful sea God Neptune for violating his forbidden territory. More than half of the sailors accompanying Vasco da Gama in his maiden voyage to India died of scurvy. After the discovery of vitamin C sour fruits were carried in sea-going vessels. Thereafter, scurvy dramatically disappeared from sea-going sailors.
Scurvy is believed to have contributed to the tragic death of Captain Scott and his fellow expeditionists during their South Pole expedition. Sufficient amounts of sour fruits were not included in the provisions accompanying them. Therefore, they suffered from scurvy. Intense symptoms of scurvy delayed their progress and ultimately prevented them from returning safely before the winter. This led to their death in polar continent.
@ Shukra Raj Paudel
I think the fruits of Phyllanthus emblica (= Emblica officinalis) commonly known as Indian gooseberry are the richest source of vitamin C.
Vitamin C are immune boosters, antioxidants and fight against diseases.
It is incredible the impact of vitamin C on our health, we should give more to know
Thank you for sharing very important question and your suggestions.Appreciate suggestions by Dr Amir , Dr Arvind and Dr Catia for enlightening about importance of Vitamin C.
Vitamins play a catalyst role in our bodies a day to day activities. Our body requires both water soluble and water insoluble vitamins. Vitamin C one among them.
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Dr. Kamath Madhusudhana
Acute and chronic deficiency of vitamin C (powerful antioxidant) cofactor of many immunological reactions, is one of the most important factors that confer risk; in the acute phase and if it is subject if it can be associated with septicemia, while in the chronic phase, the risk of local infections increases, mainly of mucous membranes in the mouth and gums, in the respiratory tract and urinary tract (together with the protective effect of local-acting secretory immunoglobulins, such as IgA)
Vitamin C plays an important role in stabilizing calcium on the bones
Dear Dr. Catia Cillóniz
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) play important role in prevention and treatment of many diseases such as common cold, skin disorders, hypertension, cancer, cardiovascular disorders, stroke, diabetes, neurodegenerative disorders, asthma, pneumonia, tetanus, tuberculosis and orthopedic disorders.
Please have a look at these useful RG links and PDF attachments.
Article Role of Vitamins in Oral Health & Disease: An Overview
Article Vitamin C in Disease Prevention and Cure: An Overview
Article Vitamin C as an Antioxidant: Evaluation of Its Role in Disea...
Article Ascorbic Acid: Its Role in Immune System and Chronic Inflamm...
Article An unpaved journey of vitamin C in cancer treatment
Article The Role of Vitamins in Cancer: A Review
Article Vitamin C and Cancer
Article Vitamins for Cancer Prevention and Treatment: An Insight
Article The Prospects of Vitamin C in Cancer Therapy
Article Vitamin C for preventing and treating the common cold
Article Vitamin C and the common cold
Article Effect of Vitamin C Supplements on Physical Performance
Article Vitamin C in dermatology
Article The Roles of Vitamin C in Skin Health
Article Role of ascorbic acid in diabetes mellitus: A comprehensive review
Article Effect of Vitamin C on Blood Glucose and Glycosylated Hemogl...
Article Vitamin C, Aging and Alzheimer’s Disease
Article Effects of vitamin C supplementation on blood pressure: A me...
Article Vitamin C for preventing and treating tetanus (2013)
Article Vitamin C for preventing and treating pneumonia (2013)
Article The Role of Vitamin C in Orthopedic Trauma and Bone Health
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It can help prevent the appearance of wrinkles and skin aging, as it can help prevent the dryness of the skin
Dear researchers share with you a link that explains the recommended amounts of vitamin C and much more information, I hope it will be useful
https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminC-HealthProfessional/
Dear investigators, thank you very much for sharing so much important information
The patient may not use vitamin c tablets without consulting a physician, especially if the patient is taking another drug in conjunction with the vitamins to be taken, as many of the drug interactions may occur between the treatment used and vitamin tablets, and may result in inhibiting the drug used or even increased effectiveness And hence its toxicity.
Patients with kidney stones should avoid high doses of vitamin C, as scientific studies have shown that the presence of high-concentration vitamin C increases the chance of kidney stones.
The scientists found that smoking reduces the absorption of vitamin C in the food through the digestive system, so smokers are advised to generally take additional doses of vitamin C, but the abandonment of smoking first.
It is forbidden for a pregnant woman to take vitamins except those specially prepared for pregnant women and consult a doctor, because excessive doses of some vitamins may harm the fetus and harm. For example, scientific studies have shown that taking excessive doses of vitamin A during pregnancy may lead to abnormalities in the fetus.
symptoms of vitamin C deficiency: joint pain. The speed of anger and nervousness. Weakened immune. Dry hair, and the appearance of dandruff, . Gum problems. Anemia. Consideration of problems.
Un intercambio de opiniones muy importante e interesante, gracias por tan valiosa informacion
I share a review article that has been published recently and is very interesting .
Vitamin C: should we supplement?
Spoelstra-de Man, Angélique M.E.; Elbers, Paul W.G.; Oudemans-Van Straaten, Heleen M.
Current Opinion in Critical Care: August 2018 - Volume 24 - Issue 4 - p 248–255 doi: 10.1097/MCC.0000000000000510
Vitamin C is one of many antioxidants. Antioxidants are nutrients that block some of the damage caused by free radicals.
Free radicals are made when your body breaks down food or when you are exposed to tobacco smoke or radiation.
The buildup of free radicals over time is largely responsible for the aging process.
Free radicals may play a role in cancer, heart disease, and conditions like arthritis.
The body is not able to make vitamin C on its own, and it does not store vitamin C. It is therefore important to include plenty of vitamin C-containing foods in your daily diet.
Vitamin C is a strong antioxidant that can strengthen your body’s natural defenses
Vitamin C-rich foods and supplements have been linked to reduced blood uric acid levels and lower risk of gout.
Vitamin C may boost immunity by helping white blood cells function more effectively, strengthening your skin’s defense system and helping wounds heal faster.
Low vitamin C levels have been linked to an increased risk of memory and thinking disorders like dementia, while a high intake of vitamin C from foods and supplements has been shown to have a protective effect.
Although vitamin C has many proven benefits, it has not been shown to prevent the common cold, reduce cancer risk, protect against eye diseases or treat lead toxicity.
Dear, Dr. Catia,,,
Vitamin C supports the immunologic system, reduces the risk of many diseases such as cancer and stimulates the human memory.
Better to take Vitamin C rich foods instead of Vitamin C tablets for prolonged periods.
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