Category Archives: Vitamin C

The Vitamin C and Polyphenol Content of Peaches

Posted on May 7, 2021 by Robert Barrington

Fruit is an excellent source of nutrients, particularly antioxidants. Peaches contain high amounts of vitamin C and polyphenols, both of which have been shown to have antioxidant effects in humans and animals. Studies have investigated the vitamin C and polyphenol … Continue reading →

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How Much Vitamin C Is Too Much?

Posted on December 30, 2020 by Robert Barrington

Vitamin C is an important extracellular antioxidant. In addition it is required for a number of synthesis reactions including the production of collagen. In its role as an antioxidant, vitamin C protects cells from free radical damage and oxidative stress. … Continue reading →

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Rose Hips As A Source of Vitamin C

Posted on November 18, 2020 by Robert Barrington

Rose hips are berries that are produced by the rose hip tree, also called the rose haw or dog rose tree. The berries are nutritionally interesting because they have a very high content of vitamin C. In fact 100 grams … Continue reading →

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Vitamin C and Vitamin E

Posted on August 23, 2020 by Robert Barrington
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Vitamin C Supplements for Weight Loss?

Posted on August 12, 2020 by Robert Barrington
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Vitamin C and Weight Loss

Posted on July 26, 2020 by Robert Barrington

Vitamin C is an important water soluble antioxidant for humans. Vitamin C is able to lower levels of oxidative stress in humans and this may explain its health benefits. Most animals can produce their own vitamin C, whereas humans cannot. … Continue reading →

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Vitamin C for Weight Loss

Posted on July 25, 2020 by Robert Barrington
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Rose Hips: A Good Source of Vitamin C

Posted on June 25, 2020 by Robert Barrington

Rose hips are berries that form on plants belonging to the Rosa or rose family. Rose hips have medicinal effects because of the phytochemicals they contain. In particular, rose hips are high in vitamin C, and vitamin C from rose … Continue reading →

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Apples and Tomatoes: Vitamin C Content

Posted on June 13, 2020 by Robert Barrington
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Antioxidants as Therapy for Low Mood

Posted on November 14, 2019 by Robert Barrington

Exposure to stress is a primary factor in the development of mood disorders. Stress is able to cause mood disorders because one of the downstream effects of the presence of high levels of stress hormones is the production of inflammation … Continue reading →

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