What's So Special About Vitamin C

Vitamin C is an incredibly powerful antioxidant that scavenges free radicals and diminishes oxidative stress - key factors in the prevention of illness and in delaying the aging process.

Vitamin C also strengthens our immune system by fighting every day stress. Those who are sensitive to stress, such as smokers, the obese and those with chronic illnesses and disease are especially low in vitamin C and need more than the recommended daily amount to reduce the impact these issues have on their bodies.

In a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition those who consumed higher amounts of vitamin C were less likely to suffer strokes.

Vitamin C also reduces such complications as pneumonia and other infections of the lungs. While it may not fight the common cold, it has been demonstrated to reduce the symptoms and shorten the duration of many other illnesses and infections.

A very important effect of elevated vitamin C in the blood system is its impact on aging. Vitamin C is responsible for healthy collagen and tissue both within and outside our bodies.  Vitamin C may also play a role in lowering hypertension and thus supporting a healthy cardiovascular system.

In addition, vitamin C helps dilate blood vessels, thereby assisting in moving blood through the body efficiently and reducing the risk of such complications as high cholesterol, angina pectoris, atherosclerosis, and heart failure. Vitamin C also helps reduce the risk of cataracts by increasing the flow of blood to the eyes.

Fruits and Vegetables Highest in Vitamin C

Surprisingly, citrus fruits, while high in vitamin C, are not the first produce that hit the top of the list of fruits and veggies with the greatest amounts of vitamin C! 

Think papaya! It provides a wealth of vitamin C and many other vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients. Also high on the list is spinach, as well as cantaloupe, kiwi, Brussels sprouts, kale, cauliflower and grapefruit.  Consider, too, apples, bell peppers, parsnips, broccoli, strawberries, blueberries, rutabaga, and sweet potatoes!

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Ingredients

• 1 Yellow Bell Pepper
• 1 hand full of Turnip Greens
• 1 pint of fresh Strawberries
• 1 fresh Guava

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes

• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Yield: 20 oz.

Preparation

Rinse all these foods before using. Cut to the size recommended for your juice machine. Juice and drink this delicious concoction immediately for best nutritional benefits!