vitamin c

• sources


  fruits: blackcurrants, kiwis, oranges, lemons, strawberries

  veg: peppers, broccoli, tomatoes, kale, peas
• functions


  -good general health

  -healthy gums and skin

  -healing of wounds

  -absorption of iron
• deficiencies 


  -scurvy

  -increased risk of colds and flu

  -delayed healing of wounds

  -anaemia