vitamin C
Orange juice benefit
Vitamin C is an essential nutrient found in citrus fruits and vegetables, necessary for healthy skin, bones, and immune function.
Also called ascorbic acid.
A deficiency causes scurvy, which plagued sailors on long voyages before the connection to diet was understood.
The doctor recommended vitamin C supplements during cold season.
Citrus with segments
- lemonAcidic yellow citrus
- limeAcidic green citrus
- grapefruitTangy citrus, often halved
- citrusAcidic fruits with segments
tangerine · kiwi · bell pepper · strawberry · guava · papaya · broccoli · kale
Something added to complete
- deficiencyLack of something needed
- scurvyVitamin C deficiency disease
- bioavailabilityFraction reaching active circulation
- micronutrientEssential substance, small doses
water-soluble · daily value · fortification · dietary · absorption · intake · megadose · RDA
Chemically reactive atomic fragments
- skin healthDermal condition and vitality
- anti-agingCounteracting effects of time
- redox reactionsCoupled electron transfer processes
- DNA repairRestoring damaged genetic code
neuroprotective · cardioprotective · scavenger · detoxification · anti-inflammatory · serum · topical
Pathogen-fighting components of plasma
- lymphocytesAdaptive immunity cells
- infectionPathogen invasion causing illness
- resistanceCapacity to withstand force
- pathogenDisease-causing microorganism
phagocytes · antibody · cytokines · interferon · leukocytes · inflammation · wound healing · fever
Capacity for sustained effort
- rejuvenationRestoration of youthful vigor
- invigorationState of renewed energy
- vigorActive physical strength
- tirednessState of needing rest
orange
Citrus with segments
- lemonAcidic yellow citrus
- limeAcidic green citrus
- grapefruitTangy citrus, often halved
citrus · tangerine · kiwi · bell pepper · strawberry · guava · papaya · broccoli · kale · acerola
supplement
Something added to complete
- deficiencyLack of something needed
- scurvyVitamin C deficiency disease
- bioavailabilityFraction reaching active circulation
micronutrient · water-soluble · daily value · fortification · dietary · absorption · intake · megadose · RDA · effervescent
free radicals
Chemically reactive atomic fragments
- skin healthDermal condition and vitality
- anti-agingCounteracting effects of time
- redox reactionsCoupled electron transfer processes
DNA repair · neuroprotective · cardioprotective · scavenger · detoxification · anti-inflammatory · serum · topical
white blood cells
Pathogen-fighting components of plasma
- lymphocytesAdaptive immunity cells
- infectionPathogen invasion causing illness
- resistanceCapacity to withstand force
pathogen · phagocytes · antibody · cytokines · interferon · leukocytes · inflammation · wound healing · fever · recovery
stamina
Capacity for sustained effort
- rejuvenationRestoration of youthful vigor
- invigorationState of renewed energy
- vigorActive physical strength
tiredness · exhaustion · metabolic · wellness
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vitamin Cmineral
Naturally formed crystalline solid
iron · calcium · zinc · magnesium · trace element
vitamin Coxidant
Electron-accepting substance
free radical · oxidizing agent · hydrogen peroxide · ozone · superoxide
- vitamin D deficiencyInadequate sunshine hormone levels
- vitamin DCalcium absorption enabler
- vitamin ASight-supporting micronutrient
- vitamin EFat-soluble antioxidant nutrient
- vitamin BWater-soluble nutrient group
- vitamin supplementsConcentrated nutrient pills