Vitamin C toxicity is nonexistent. This is because Vitamin C is water soluble and our bodies usually get rid of the excess. Since it is not stocked up, we usually need to intake it on the daily basis. Vitamins are essential to the human body and they should form part of our diet. These vitamins are naturally present in fruits, vegetables and other food that we eat every day. But sometimes not every one of us gets the chance to eat a well balanced diet.
So to answer the deficiency of vitamins more specifically vitamin C, synthetic supplements in the form of powder, capsule and tablets were introduced to the market. These supplements may be taken in mega doses. I’ve been getting my vitamin C supplements from Swanson Vitamins for a few years now and so far megadoses of it hasn’t been toxic to me or my family but has been very beneficial in stopping colds and flu.
There are many uses and benefits of Vitamin C. It is believed to be a powerful antioxidant and required in the formation of collagen – a protein found tendons, ligaments, bones and cartilage. This vitamin also helps in wound healing, and aids in enhancing the immune system. It is also believed to protect us against infectious diseases. Vitamin C aids in the absorption of calcium for stronger teeth and bones as well as in the absorption of iron.
If we are to determine the right dosage of Vitamin C, there is no specific amount since the need for such vitamins is dependent to factors like age, gender and other health factors. The well known doctors who have been Vitamin C advocates say that loose bowel movement is an indication of overdosage of vitamin C. I believe so. A friend told me about an experience of a family member because of too much vitamin C intake.
According to Dr. Andrew Saul, there is not a single case of vitamin C toxicity anywhere in the world’s medical literature. You can visit his website at doctoryourself.com.