Nutrient Focus of the Day

Hi guys! I wanted to a series focusing on the benefits of each nutrient to help us as a community be mindful of the different kinds of nutrients and minerals in our body and how we can perhaps incorporate it into our diet for a healthier living!

Today's nutrient is: Vitamin C!!!

The latest miracle nutrient during our pandemic, Vitamin C is a super important micronutrient for our body due to its function with our immune system.

Vitamin C is responsible for many functions in our body including:

1. Immune System (don't let the germs get in!!)

2. Important Antioxidant (prevents cancer and many other diseases)

3. Good for Iron Absorption (prevents anemia!)

4. Important for Collagen Production (glowing skin!! and strong joints)

5. Important for Neurotransmitter Production (helps regulate mood and emotions)

Good sources of Vitamin C!

- Fruits (apples, citruses, tomatoes, honestly most fruits will have significant amounts of Vitamin C)

- Veggies (Broccoli, spinach and other dark greens, peppers, sweet potatoes)