Vitamin C is an antioxidant, just like vitamin E, beta-carotene, and many other plant-based nutrients. Antioxidants stop some of the damage initiated by free radicals, substances that damage DNA. The accumulation of free radicals over time may contribute to the aging process and the development of health conditions such as cancer, heart disease, and arthritis

Used to treat vitamin C deficiency, (scurvy) and to increase the intestinal delayed absorption of iron, wound and bone healing, urine acidification, and in general as an antioxidant. It has also been suggested to be an effective antiviral agent.

Vitamin C is used for the growth and repair of tissues in the entire human body. It assists the body create collagen, a vital protein used to make skin, cartilage, tendons, ligaments, and blood vessels.

 Vitamin C is necessary for healing wounds, and for repairing and preserving bones and teeth. It also assists the body absorb iron from non heme sources.