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Celebrate National Vitamin C Day on April 4 and give your body the boost it needs! This special day commemorates the discovery of Vitamin C in 1932 by Hungarian scientist, Albert Szent-Gyorgyi. Vitamin C is an essential nutrient that helps keep our immune system strong, skin healthy, and bones strong. It can also help with inflammation, fatigue and more – so why not add a little extra to your diet on this special day?
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1747</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Discovery of Scurvy Cure</div><div class='timeline-text'>British naval surgeon James Lind discovered that citrus fruits could prevent scurvy, leading to early understanding about the benefits of Vitamin C.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1928</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Identification of Vitamin C</div><div class='timeline-text'>Hungarian biochemist Albert Szent-Gyorgyi isolated a substance from plant juices and animal tissues which he named "hexuronic acid".</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1932</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Discovery of Hexuronic Acid as Vitamin C</div><div class='timeline-text'>Szent-Gyorgyi discovered that hexuronic acid was actually Vitamin C and that it was the ingredient responsible for curing scurvy.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1953</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Increased Vitamin C Research</div><div class='timeline-text'>Chemist Linus Pauling proposed that large doses of Vitamin C could have preventative and therapeutic effects on the common cold.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Vitamin C Day Established</div><div class='timeline-text'>The holiday National Vitamin C Day was officially registered and began to be celebrated on April 4th annually.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Eat oranges</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Nothing says Vitamin C like eating a juicy orange. Not only are they tasty and sweet, but they contain the necessary vitamin C to help keep your body healthy.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Drink orange juice</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>A great way to get your daily dose of Vitamin C is to drink a glass of orange juice. There are many varieties available, so you can choose whichever one suits your taste preferences.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make a Vitamin C smoothie</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Combine oranges, strawberries, bananas, or any other fruit with some yogurt for a delicious and nutritious smoothie. Add honey or agave syrup for some sweetness and blend until smooth.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Cook with Vitamin C rich foods</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make a meal that incorporates foods with high levels of Vitamin C like bell peppers, kale, broccoli, tomatoes, and spinach. You can add them to salads, stir fries and soups for extra flavor and nutrition.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take a supplement</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you're not getting enough Vitamin C from your diet, consider taking a supplement. Talk to your doctor to figure out what type and dose is right for you.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Vitamin C is essential for a strong immune system</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Vitamin C plays an important role in maintaining a healthy immune system. It helps to keep our bodies protected against harmful bacteria and viruses, and can help reduce inflammation in the body. Vitamin C supplements have also been shown to reduce the severity and duration of colds and other illnesses, which makes this vitamin even more important!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Vitamin C aids in collagen production</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Collagen is an important protein found all over our bodies, including skin, bones, muscles, tendons and ligaments. Vitamin C helps to stimulate collagen production, which keeps our skin looking young and fresh. Plus, it's an essential nutrient for the formation of new tissue which can help repair damage from injuries or wounds.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Vitamin C helps to reduce risk of disease</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Studies have shown that having adequate levels of vitamin C has been linked to a decreased risk of chronic diseases such as cancer, heart disease and stroke. It can also lower blood pressure, improve cholesterol levels and reduce inflammation, all of which can help protect us from developing serious health conditions.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Vitamin C is Not Naturally Produced by Our Bodies</h3><p class='facts-content'>A surprising fact about vitamin C is that, unlike most animals, humans are unable to synthesize their own vitamin C in their bodies. This makes it an essential part of our diet.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Vitamin C Aids in Iron Absorption</h3><p class='facts-content'>Vitamin C assists in converting iron that is poorly absorbed, such as plant-based sources of iron, into a form that is easier for the body to use.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Vitamin C is Crucial for Healthy Gums</h3><p class='facts-content'>Keeping a sufficient supply of Vitamin C in your body helps prevent gum disease, a leading cause of tooth loss.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Vitamin C Has Potent Antioxidant Properties</h3><p class='facts-content'>As a powerful antioxidant, Vitamin C can protect our body’s cells from damage caused by free radicals and reactive oxygen species that are generated during normal metabolism and exposure to toxins and pollutants.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Vitamin C Can Boost Mood and Cognitive Function</h3><p class='facts-content'>Fascinating studies have indicated that vitamin C plays a key role in maintaining psychological health and can enhance mood and cognitive functions such as memory and attention span.</p></div></div>
National Vitamin C Day is celebrated on April 4 every year. In 2024 National Vitamin C Day will occur on a Thursday.
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