Q: What are some benefits of vitamin C and what foods are good sources?
A: Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin that is an essential dietary component (meaning that the body cannot make it, so it must be consumed through foods or supplements). Vitamin C plays vital roles in the maintenance of skin health as it is required for the biosynthesis (production) of collagen. This nutrient is also needed for the production of certain neurotransmitters and other compounds and is involved in protein metabolism.
