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 Vitamin C is important for the proper functioning of the immune system and the synthesis of collagen in the body. Collagen strengthens blood vessels, skin, muscles and bones. Man cannot create collagen without vitamin C and moreover he cannot synthesize it autonomously, therefore it is essential to introduce it through the diet (for example citrus fruits are rich in it) or through the use of vitamin supplements.
-== Warnings ==
+===== Warnings =====
 An excessive intake of vitamin C, higher than the useful and absorbable level by the body, can lead to nausea or intestinal discharges, in which case it is advisable to drink more water and temporarily interrupt the intake. However, there are normally no other possible problems, because the body can easily expel excess vitamin C, even through the urine.
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 Vitamin C deficiency in the daily diet can lead to scurvy and a general weakening of the immune system, as well as the musculoskeletal system.
-== Insights ==
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 [[http://www.jmptonline.org/article/S0161-4754(99)70005-9/abstract|The efficacy of vitamin C in preventing and alleviating symptoms of virus-induced respiratory disease]] (JMPT Online)
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 This study states that it would be beneficial to increase the recommended daily amount of vitamin C from 60mg (current level) to around 120mg to maximize the number of positive health effects.
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