Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)[brVitamin C is found in green vegetables, fruit, strawberries, tomatoes and potatoes. It has an important role in the formation of collagen. Deficiency of vitamin C can lead to poor wound healing, internal bleeding and scurvy. Excessive amounts of vitamin C are excreted. The recommended daily intake of vitamin C is 60 mg, RDA 1000 mg+
Vitamin C Ascorbic Acid
by Jerry Kennard
for About.comUpdated July 22, 2005
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