10 Foods High in Vitamin C

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1. https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminC-HealthProfessional/
2. http://www.nzblackcurrants.com/diet-exercise-and-immune-response/
3. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24204156

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Vitamin C Rich Food #9: Strawberries

Strawberries are a rich source of vitamin C and phytonutrients. These phytonutrients and vitamin C among several other vitamins have antioxidant properties. By reducing oxidation in the body, they are believed to help lower the risk of chronic diseases like high blood pressure, diabetes and cancer.

There are hundreds of varieties of strawberries in the world all of which have similar nutrient profiles. 100 grams of strawberries contain 59 mg of vitamin C which is significant portion of the RDA for ascorbic acid. You can incorporate strawberries into your diet by eating them on their own or using them in fruit cocktails and salads.

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