vitamin C
noun
: a water-soluble vitamin C6H8O6 found in plants and especially in fruits and leafy vegetables or made synthetically and used in the prevention and treatment of scurvy and as an antioxidant for foods
called also ascorbic acid
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The formula is rounded out with vitamin C, fatty acid-rich mongongo oil, a moisture barrier-bolstering kukui oil, and hydrating sunflower seed oil to show your skin some TLC.
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Annie Blackman, Allure, 20 Apr. 2025
Rich in vitamin C and may help boost glutathione levels
Eggs: Contain the amino acid cysteine that the body uses to produce glutathione
Nuts: Include the essential mineral selenium that can bolster glutathione production
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Taking steps to prevent a hangover is key.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 10 Apr. 2025
Lemon, which is rich in vitamin C, has diuretic effects and promotes the elimination of toxins, while the acidity stimulates the digestive system.
—Veronica Cristino, Vogue, 9 Apr. 2025
Scurvy is a serious vitamin C deficiency and is caused by a lack of the nutrient in one’s diet, according to the Cleveland Clinic.
—Alli Rosenbloom, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025
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Annie Blackman, Allure, 20 Apr. 2025
Rich in vitamin C and may help boost glutathione levels
Eggs: Contain the amino acid cysteine that the body uses to produce glutathione
Nuts: Include the essential mineral selenium that can bolster glutathione production
A Word From Verywell
Taking steps to prevent a hangover is key.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 10 Apr. 2025
Lemon, which is rich in vitamin C, has diuretic effects and promotes the elimination of toxins, while the acidity stimulates the digestive system.
—Veronica Cristino, Vogue, 9 Apr. 2025
Scurvy is a serious vitamin C deficiency and is caused by a lack of the nutrient in one’s diet, according to the Cleveland Clinic.
—Alli Rosenbloom, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025
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“Vitamin C.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vitamin%20C. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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