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MIC S & MAC S: VITAMIN C
Summer fruit is one of the best things about Despite its many functions, vitamin C is not

summer. No o ense to apples, but melons, a cure-all. One thing it cannot do is prevent
stone fruits, berries, citrus fruits, and colds. The good news is that regularly taking
exotic produce like guava make the season at least 1 mg of the nutrient a day can reduce
delicious. These treats are not just great in the severity and length of a cold.
their natural state, but they are also great More good news: Vitamin C can improve skin
additions to and focal points of meals at health. In face creams, this antioxidant can
breakfast, lunch, and dinner. improve wrinkles’ appearance, prevent sun
This water-soluble vitamin is not only found damage, and slow early skin aging. Vitamin
in fruits. Chili peppers, sweet yellow peppers, C fi ghts harmful things that often come
mustard greens, and kale are also great sources in contact with the skin externally, like air

of vitamin C. pollution or internal things that a ect the skin.
Whatever way you eat or drink them, they all Because of its presence in so many fruits

o er loads of vitamin C. and vegetables, it’s easy to get vitamin C. Be
Vitamin C is important because it plays a careful, high heat and light destroy it, so don’t
significant role in our body’s immune function, overcook foods with vitamin C. Vitamin

cardiovascular health, wound healing, and the C-rich foods in their raw forms provide the
production of collagen and neurotransmitters. largest amount of the nutrient. There are so
Plus, it supports bone, tooth, and connective many delicious ways to get healthy.
tissue health. It also helps the body absorb iron, Source:
a nutrient many people lack. https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/
vitamin-c/

focus on we‚ne : BENEFITS OF WORKING OUT
Many believe working out is only for weight Sleep Like a Boss: Tired of tossing and
loss, but exercise provides more benefits than turning? Daytime exercise has the answer.

just shedding pounds. Lacing up those sneakers and breaking a
sweat will tire out your body and set the
Check out how regular movement can make
you feel better: stage for sweet dreams.
Feel-Good Feels: Say hello to those happy Disease Defense: Strengthen your defenses
hormones! When you work up a sweat, you're with every step. Regular exercise enhances your

not just burning calories. You’re releasing a immune system, reduces inflammation, and

flood of feel-good chemicals in your brain improves cardiovascular health. It’s your secret
that'll help you kick stress to the curb and weapon against high blood pressure, diabetes,
boost your mood sky-high. and even some cancers. Embrace the power of
movement to protect your long-term health.
Emotional Empowerment: Do you need
an outlet for an overload of feelings? Exercise And here’s the best part: You don’t need to
has your back. Whether you’re pounding the be a gym rat to reap the rewards of exercise.

pavement or busting out burpees, you'll find Whether crushing a quick HIIT workout at
that processing emotions and banishing anxiety home or walking around the block, every
becomes a whole lot easier with every rep. movement counts. So, what are you waiting
for? Embrace exercise and see how far you
Brain Boost: Get ready to flex those mental can go.

muscles! Exercise isn’t just good for your body.
It’s a game-changer for your brain. With every Source:
workout say goodbye to brain fog and welcome https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/
to sharper focus and better memory. fi tness/in-depth/exercise/art-20048389