Factsheet for autism therapy: vitamin C (ascorbic acid)

definition of vitamin C (ascorbic acid): Vitamin C is an essential vitamin, which means it can only be obtained through the diet. It is found in many fruits and vegetables.
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What is it?

Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is an essential water-soluble vitamin that is found naturally in many foods. Vitamin C is important for many biological processes including the production of neurotransmitters. Vitamin C also acts as an anti-oxidant, protecting the body against damage from free radicals (1).

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Synonyms for vitamin C (ascorbic acid) include: ascorbic acid, C, vitamin C
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