EP #1411: How Vitamin C Is A Major Powerhouse When It Comes To Your Overall Health

Lisa Davis discusses the myriad benefits of vitamin C which foods are highest in the nutrient and what can happen if you get too much in your system Are you getting enough vitamin C in your daily regimen While a diagnostic deficiency is rare the benefits of including more of this nutrient in your diet are plentiful Stimulates the production of collagen which is critical for supporting and maintaining skin health Helps ward off lines and wrinkles and other signs of aging skin Fights inflammation and helps with wound healing Is necessary for the production of the neurotransmitter norepinephrine Works to breakdown metabolism proteins which aids digestion Fights free radicals This vitamin is a potent antioxidant which means it helps destroy cell-damaging free radicals produced by air pollution cigarette smoke excessive sunlight and metabolism Some research is ongoing to discover the role of vitamin C as therapy in cancer patients and experts are also exploring its possible role in heart health In this episode host Lisa Davis discusses the myriad benefits of vitamin C which foods are highest in the nutrient and what can happen if you get too much in your system She also addresses some common questions about herbs and herbal medicine You can also learn more by accessing these articles on NaturallySavvy com Vitamin C Health Benefits Rock and Herbal Q amp A Common Questions About Herbs Click here to visit this podcast episode