Vitamin of C (Ascorbic acid) 2936270000

Ascorbic acid - organic compound , related to glucose, is one of the main substances in the human diet, which is necessary for the normal functioning of connective and bone tissue.

Performs the biological functions of a reductant and coenzyme of some metabolic processes, is an antioxidant . Only one of the isomers is biologically active - L-ascorbic acid, which is called vitamin C. In nature, ascorbic acid is found in many fruits and vegetables.

Consumption rate .

Physiological requirement for adults - 90 mg / day (pregnant women are recommended to use 10 mg more, lactating women - 30 mg). The physiological requirement for children is from 30 to 90 mg / day, depending on age.