Vitamin C

Vitamin C is an antioxidant that combat free radicals in the body and prevents aging. We all remember the benefits of this vitamin when we're constipated, it is common census that this vitamin fights infection and strengthens the immune system.

But in fact the vitamin C is much more than that and has a very important role in our diet. Vitamin C stimulates the production of collagen, an important protein that helps regenerate the skin, ligaments, tendons and blood vessels, also protects against UV rays. It is necessary for growth and repair of tissues in all parts of your body. Vitamin C is essential for wound healing, and for the repair and maintenance of cartilage, bones and teeth. Vitamin C also helps in iron absorption and reduce cholesterol levels.

Besides all the benefits cited in the consumption of vitamin C, it stimulates the production of carnitine, a nutrient known to have an important role in fat metabolism and help the body convert fat into energy.

Foods rich in vitamin C:

• Orange
• Lemon
• Strawberries
• Guava
• Potato
• Tomato
• Melon
• Salsa
• Spinach
• Kiwi
• Chili
• Papaya

It is therefore important to include foods rich in vitamin C in a balanced daily diet. You should ingest a minimum of 60 mg daily, equivalent to one glass of orange juice.