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Results 1 - 4 of 4 for Ascorbic acid
  1. Vitamin C (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... your body needs to grow and develop normally. Vitamin C is an antioxidant. It is important for your ... promotes healing and helps the body absorb iron. Vitamin C comes from fruits and vegetables. Good sources include ...
  2. Antioxidants (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... include: Beta-carotene Lutein Lycopene Selenium Vitamin A Vitamin C Vitamin E Vegetables and fruits are rich sources ...
  3. Vitamins (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... vitamin B-6, vitamin B-12 and folate) Vitamin C Vitamin D Vitamin E Vitamin K You can ... For example, if you don't get enough vitamin C, you could become anemic. Some vitamins may help ...
  4. Common Cold (National Library of Medicine)  
    What is the common cold? The common cold is a mild infection of your upper respiratory tract (which includes your nose and throat). Colds are probably ...