Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin that is necessary for normal growth and development.
Water-soluble vitamins dissolve in water. Leftover amounts of the vitamin leave the body through the urine. That means you need a continuous supply of such vitamins in your diet.
Ascorbic acid; Dehydroascorbic acid
Vitamin C is needed for the growth and repair of tissues in all parts of your body. It is used to:
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