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Sarah Oh

Eye Nutrients: Vitamin C

Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is important for eye health and overall whole body wellness!

EYE HEALTH BENEFITS:

  • Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant that is present in high concentrations in the eye

  • Your eyes are vulnerable to free radical damage because they're constantly exposed to light energy, oxygen, and air pollutants

  • Antioxidants — such as Vitamin C, Vitamin E, glutathione, lutein & zeaxanthin help to neutralize these free radicals and protect the eye tissues

  • Vitamin C helps to slow the progression of Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD) by about 25%

  • Vitamin C also reduces the risk of developing cataracts

  • Vitamin C, as well as other antioxidants, may also be protective in primary open-angle glaucoma


WHOLE BODY BENEFITS:

  • Vitamin C protects against heart disease and cancer, and strengthens the immune system

  • It strengthens the blood vessels, and also helps to aid in the absorption of iron

What to Eat:

  • Vitamin C is found in fruits & vegetables, and must be consumed daily as the body does not produce or store it

  • Kiwi, bell peppers, strawberries, broccoli, oranges and citrus fruits are all good sources of Vit. C

  • Health Canada recommends an average daily intake of 75 mg for adult males and 60 mg for adult females

  • Smoking increases oxidative stress and depletes your stores of Vitamin C, so the requirement for smokers should be increased by 35 mg/day

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