Vitamin C

Deficiencies

The most famous of Vitamin C deficiencies is Scurvy. Because of vitamin fortified food and drink, Scurvy is extremely rare. However, there’s other less known deficiencies that can be caused if adequate Vitamin C is not received. A Vitamin C deficiency can manifest in the form of fatigue. It can cause insomnia and a general lack of energy and motivation. This can then lead to irritability and occasionally unwanted weight loss, which are also common symptoms of a deficiency in Vitamin C.

Joint and muscle pain can also occur when the body is lacking Vitamin C. Additionally, bruises may form more easily and occur more frequently than normal. An extreme deficiency may lead to decay of the teeth and gums, although this is very rare, and is more commonly associated with Scurvy.

Benefits

There’s many benefits to increasing daily intake of Vitamin C. It’s most commonly used to boost the immune system and shorten or prevent illness. It can also reduce symptoms associated with the common cold such as a runny nose or congestion. Because it shortens the length of time that a cold stays in the body, Vitamin C also prevents progression into a more serious illness such as pneumonia.

Vitamin C has also proven effective in lowering blood pressure and improving overall cardiovascular health. It also reduces the occurrence of high cholesterol and heart disease by ensuring proper dilation of blood vessels. Vitamin C also increases blood flow to the eyes, and has been thought to prevent the occurrence of cataracts and decreased vision. It also lowers lead levels in the blood, which can lead to serious ailments, especially in children.

Although most people achieve adequate Vitamin C from diet alone, it may be necessary to use a supplement to ensure that proper levels of Vitamin C are obtained. Nutra Source has many products that will increase levels of Vitamin C in the body and improve overall health. Most multivitamins contain Vitamin C, but it’s also available as a solitary supplement.