Vital Facts about Vitamins – 8

Vitamin C Ascorbic Acid

Maintains healthy gums, blook vessels, muscles, bones and teeth.  Helps to promote healing increase our ability to better absorb iron.  May reduce the risk of cancer.

 

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How Much?

Whe                                       % U.S. RDA

Kiwi fruit, 1 medium                            123 %

Green bell pepper, ½ c                        108 %

Orange juice, ½ c                                 103 %

Broccoli, cooked, ½ c                             82  %

Cantaloupe, ½ c                                     57 %