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Vitamin C Directory
Vitamin C can be found in fruits, vegetables, fruit juice, and more. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about what vitamin C is, why your body needs it, food sources of vitamin C, how much you need, and much more.
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Understanding Treatment of the Common Cold
Get tips about treating the common cold from the experts at WebMD.
Vitamin C and Colds
WebMD explains the role vitamin C plays in preventing and treating the common cold.
Vitamin C and Colds
Can vitamin C really help prevent or even treat colds? Learn more about vitamin C's role in keeping you well this cold season.
Vitamin C for Health
Vitamin C helps tissue and bone grow and repair themselves, and may have other health benefits. WebMD explains the research.
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Tips for Getting Vitamin C
It's easy: Just remember your fruits and vegetables
Pineapple: A Sweet, Nutritious Treat
Pineapple, a healthy staple for centuries, is packed with vitamin C, fiber, manganese, and the enzyme bromelin, which may aid in digestion. Plus, a recipe for pineapple beef sirloin shish kabobs.
Pink Grapefruit: Packed With Vitamin C
Pink grapefruit, a juicy wintertime treat is loaded with vitamins and antioxidants. Get the nutrition facts and a healthy recipe.
The Antioxidant Power of Tomatoes and Broccoli
A juicy tomato is loaded with antioxidants like lycopene. But pair that tomato with broccoli for a real antioxidant power blast.