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Vitamin C

Vitamin C is also known as ascorbic acid and

has several important functions.

For example, it:
 helps to protect cells and keeps them healthy

 is necessary for the maintenance of healthy
connective tissue, which gives support and

structure for other tissue and organs

 helps wound healing

Good sources of vitamin C

Vitamin C is found in a wide variety of fruit and

vegetables. Good sources include:

 oranges and orange juice

 red and green peppers

 strawberries

 blackcurrants

 broccoli

 brussels sprouts

 potatoes