Calcium
Iron
Magnesium
Niacin (B3)
Riboflavin (B2)
Thiamin (B1)
Vitamin B12
Vitamin B6
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Zinc
Vitamin C
Vitamin C, also known as L-ascorbic acid, is a water soluble vitamin that is naturally present in some foods, added to others and available as a dietary supplement.
What is vitamin C needed for
- Contributes to a normal function of the immune system.
- Contributes to the protection of all constituents from oxidative stress.
- Increases non-haem iron absorption.
Good sources of vitamin C include:
- Oranges and orange juice
- Red and green peppers
- Strawberries
- Blackcurrants
- Brocolli
- Brussels sprouts
How much vitamin C do you need?
Adults (19-64 years) need 40mg of vitamin C a day.
You should be able to get all the vitamin C you need from a balanced and varied diet. Taking too much vitamin C can cause stomach pain and diarrhea.
The department of health advises that if you are taking a vitamin C supplement – less than 1000mg is unlikely to cause harm.
Source: www.nhs.uk (Next review due 03/08/2023)