Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble nutrient found in some foods. In the body, it acts as an antioxidant, helping to fight against free radicals.† Free radicals can cause oxidative stress which may lead to cell damage.
The body also needs Vitamin C to make collagen, a protein required to help the formation of connective tissue which forms the basis for vibrant skin.† In addition, Vitamin C helps promote skin health.†
Most animals can produce their own supply of vitamin C but interestingly, humans cannot. It is believed by some scientists that humans lost the ability to produce Vitamin C many years ago because vitamin C containing fruits and vegetables were so abundant in nature.In today’s busy world, many of us do not consume as many fruits and vegetables as we should.