Vitamin C - Functions, Deficiency Effects and Sources of Vitamin C

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Vitamin - C

Functions of Vitamin C

Deficiency - Effects

Needed for form the cementing substance, collagen, in various tissues. Assists in woundhealing and bone fractures.

Lowered resistance to infections.Susceptibility to dental cavities, pyotthea and bleeding gums. Delayed wound healing. Specific treatment for Scurvy.

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Sources

Fresh vegetables, Lemon, Orange, Tomatoes, Cabbage , Turnip and Lettuce (Beetroot).