HealthyPIG Magazine

Vitamin C is a nutrient essential to health. It helps to form and maintain bones, skin and blood vessels. It is also an antioxidant. Vitamin C is naturally present in certain foods, especially fruits and vegetables. Vitamin C supplements are also available. Other names for vitamin C include L-ascorbic acid, ascorbic acid, and L-ascorbate. In this article, learn more about why we need vitamin C, how many vitamins we need, and where to find it.