Vitamin C is an essential nutrient which is part of the anti-oxidant cycle in the body.

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Vitamin C is a water soluble vitamin which cannot be stored in the body so regular intake is essential. It is needed for nearly 300 metabolic reactions and as an antioxidant in all of the body tissues.

Vitamin C supports:

Reduction of Tiredness and Fatigue
Function of the immune system during and after intense physical exercise
Collagen formation for the function of blood vessels, bones, cartilage, skin, gums and teeth
Protection of Cells from oxidative stress
Function of the nervous system
Energy yielding metabolism
Increased Iron absorption

If you want to find foods that are a high source of Vitamin C per serving try or Organic Camu Camu, Organic Baobab Powder, Organic Maca, Organic Black Maca, Organic Red Maca

Want to know about more nutrients your body needs daily? Take a look at our focus pages on Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Vitamin E, Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Zinc, Magnesium, Folate, Iron, Copper, Selenium, Manganese, Potassium, Phosphorus, Calcium.