Infographic: the foods richest in vitamin C
Eating 5 fruits and vegetables a day is excellent for our health because it allows us to fill up with vitamin C. Discover those who will boost your energy.
Like all vitamins, vitamin C is essential for keeping us healthy.
This antioxidant intervenes in the defense against viral and bacterial infections, the protection of the wall of the blood vessels and the assimilation of iron. In winter, it helps fight against fatigue and respiratory infections. Vitamin C deficiency causes scurvy, a condition that bleeds gums and melt muscles.
The recommended daily intake is 110mg for adults. But pregnant women, the elderly and smokers need to increase their intake of vitamin C to 300 mg. It is important to choose foods rich in vitamin C because we are not able to synthesize it. To refuel at all seasons, discover our infographics of fruits and vegetables rich in vitamin C.
