All the nutrients are important, because your body needs a full tank of them all for your bodies’ systems to function optimally.
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However, vitamin C is SO important when it comes to immune function and respiratory health, that I even condone supplementation on this occasion.
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Quite frankly, the amounts of vitamin C we acquire from foods is simply not going to be enough for immune defence, or if one actually contracts the virus.
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For health defence, we want to be including many sources of vitamin C rich foods. Fortunately, those foods tend to also have other key nutrients which have already been mentioned in the previous vitamin posts:
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Broccoli
Kale
Papaya
Strawberries
Any colour peppers
Kiwi
Tomatoes
Cauliflower
Oranges
Lemons
Lime
Tangerines
Brussel sprouts
Pineapple
Melon
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The thing is, you want to be aiming for 2-3g per day during times of stress, and to give your immune system a little extra boost. In usual circumstances, 1-2g would be more than sufficient.
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For the majority of us, that won’t be achievable from just food. You could probably get under 1g – if you’re really vigilant with your diet.
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To track your dietary vitamin C, you can use apps like MyFitnessPal & Chronometer.
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Good quality ascorbic acid supplements (vitamin C) can come in individual 1000mg servings.
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Taking your vitamin C with your meals is ideal, as mentioned in my B vitamins post. Combining zinc or iron + b vitamins + your vitamin C is optimal for absorption.
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In times of stress (physiological or psychological), our bodies’ need for vitamin C increases, raising our usual tolerance to it. We use it to help clear out pathogens through the lymphatic system.
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1L/day of water is key to help keep lymph moving – exercise helps too!
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Our bodies cannot store nor synthesise vitamin C, so it is imperative we stay on top of this one. Our bodies also know how to get rid of extra vitamin C pretty quickly and efficiently.
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Having said this, if your liver or kidneys are compromised, have HIV or any other serious conditions, please do not attempt to supplement without checking with your health professional first.
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