29/01/2023
Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin that’s found in many foods, particularly fruits and vegetables.
It functions as a powerful antioxidant in the body and plays important roles in immune function, neurotransmitter production, collagen synthesis, and more. Getting enough vitamin C in your diet may help reduce the risk of common health conditions like heart disease.
The 2 magical sources of Vitamin C that you can have currently is lemon and strawberries.
1. LEMON 🍋
Lemons were given to sailors during the 1700s to prevent scurvy. One whole raw lemon provides 45 mg of vitamin C, or 50% of the DV.
The vitamin C in lemon juice also acts as an antioxidant, evident through its ability to prevent other fruits and foods from browning.
When fruits and vegetables are cut, the enzyme polyphenol oxidase is exposed to oxygen. This triggers oxidation and turns the food brown. Applying lemon juice to the exposed surfaces acts as a barrier, preventing the browning process.
Lemon juice has also been found to reduce blood pressure and lower the effects of bread on blood sugar.
2. STRAWBERRY 🍓
One cup of sliced strawberries (166 grams) provides 97 mg of vitamin C, or 108% of the DV.
Strawberries contain a diverse and potent mix of vitamin C, manganese, flavonoids, folate, and other beneficial antioxidants.
Studies suggest that, because of their high content of nutrients and beneficial plant compounds, regularly eating strawberries may help reduce the risk of several health conditions.