Author: Khushboo Agarwal

Overview Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is an essential vitamin for humans. It is a water-soluble vitamin that the body needs to maintain normal bodily functions. Vitamin C helps the body make collagen, an important part of skin, bones, and cartilage; promotes wound healing; helps the body absorb iron from plant-based foods, and plays a role in maintaining healthy immune function. Not getting enough vitamin C can lead to scurvy, a rare but serious condition characterized by fatigue, joint pain, bleeding gums, and other symptoms.  Most people get enough vitamin C in their diets through fruits and vegetables…