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The health benefits of vitamin C are abundant and varied, but it's probably best known as a cell protector, immunity booster, and powerful antioxidant. Like all antioxidants, vitamin C counters the effects of cell-damaging molecules called free radicals. As an added benefit, it even helps the body recycle other antioxidants. For certain conditions, vitamin C is best taken with other antioxidants, such as vitamin E, flavonoids, and carotendoids. Vitamin C may help to: - Taking vitamin C at the first sign of a cold or the flu may keep the illness from fully developing, and will help to recover faster. - Fight chronic fatigue syndrome. Vitamin C taken with mixed carotenoids helps strengthen a weakened immune system, believed by many to be a factor in this disabling disorder. - Combat the effects of aging and extend life. Used in combination with other antioxidants, such as vitamin E and flavonoids, vitamin C may combat the deteriorative effects of aging (such as wrinkles) caused by free-radical damage. It may also help you live longer. In one study, men who took more than 300 mg of vitamin C a day (from food and supplements) lived longer than men who consumed less than 50 mg a day.
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