Vitamin C
Vitamin C is an essential vitamin that is not produced by the body. It’s required for the healthy functioning of the body and assists in many ways, such as;
- boosting the immune system to help fight off nasty colds and flus
- assists the absorption of dietary iron
- helps heal wounds & prevents infection
The average adult suffers 2-4 colds per year and the average child suffers 5-101, vitamin C is the numberone ingredient used for prevention and treatment2.
Vitamin C can be found in a myriad of foods, including citrus fruits (oranges, lemons & limes), strawberries, kiwifruits, kale, capsicum & broccoli. When dietary intake is inadequate, taking a vitamin C supplement canensure adequate levels.
The Recommended Dietary Intake (RDI) for vitamin C is the same for men & women throughout life, as per the below table3.
| Age | AI |
|---|---|
| 0-6 mths | 25 mg |
| 7-12 mths | 30 mg |
| Age | |
|---|---|
| 1-3 yr | 35 mg |
| 4-8 yr | 35 mg |
| 9-13 yr | 40 mg |
| 14-18 yr | 40 mg |
| Age | |
|---|---|
| 19-70 yr | 45 mg |
| >70 yr | 45 mg |
2 Thrive consumer insights, June 2017