"This study has shown significant positive associations between both dietary and circulating vitamin C and measures of skeletal muscle in a large cohort of free-living middle- and older-aged men and women. These results suggest that ensuring sufficient dietary vitamin C intake, by promoting a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, may help to reduce age-related loss of skeletal muscle"
Of course for those with PC, the idea is still going to be that you have ENOUGH vitamin C, but not too much. I figure I get enough from my diet, but any other ideas on what might be "not enough" or "too much" for those on ADT are of course welcome!
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Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is a water soluble vitamin. It is very important in maintaining good immune system. There is no dose which is considered overdose because even if one ingests high amounts, it will just pass into urine giving it yellowish color.
There is definitely no harm in using high amounts of Dietary Vit C thru green Peppers, citrus fruits etc.
I take 12000mg per day . Four times of 3000mg. For many years. No problems. More if I feel a cold coming on. I very seldom if ever get sick. I think there is more to vitamin c than is being told.
SUMMARYVitamin C deficiency can cause the formation of small acne-like bumps on the arms, thighs or buttocks. However, these bumps alone are not enough to diagnose a deficiency.
2. Corkscrew-Shaped Body Hair
SUMMARYAbnormally bent, coiled or corkscrew-shaped body hairs are a hallmark sign of vitamin C deficiency, but they may be difficult to detect, as these hairs are more likely to fall out.
3. Bright Red Hair Follicles
SUMMARYHair follicles contain many tiny blood vessels that can rupture due to a vitamin C deficiency, causing bright red spots to appear around the follicles.
4. Spoon-Shaped Fingernails With Red Spots or Lines
SUMMARYVitamin C deficiency is associated with spoon-shaped fingernails and red lines or spots underneath the nail bed.
5. Dry, Damaged Skin
SUMMARYLow intakes of vitamin C are associated with dry, sun-damaged skin, but these symptoms can also be caused by other factors.
6. Easy Bruising
SUMMARYVitamin C deficiency weakens blood vessels, causing easy bruising. It’s often one of the first obvious signs of vitamin C deficiency.
7. Slowly Healing Wounds
SUMMARYVitamin C deficiency interferes with tissue formation, causing wounds to heal more slowly. This is considered an advanced sign of deficiency, so other signs and symptoms would likely appear first.
8. Painful, Swollen Joints
SUMMARYVitamin C deficiency often causes severe joint pain. In severe cases, bleeding can occur within the joints, causing painful swelling.
9. Weak Bones
SUMMARYVitamin C is important for bone formation, and deficiency can increase the risk of developing weak and brittle bones.
10. Bleeding Gums and Tooth Loss
SUMMARYRed, bleeding gums are a common sign of vitamin C deficiency, and severe deficiency can even lead to tooth loss.
11. Poor Immunity
SUMMARYVitamin C is an important nutrient for the immune system. Low vitamin C levels are linked to an increased risk of infection, while severe deficiency can cause death from infectious diseases.
12. Persistent Iron Deficiency Anemia
SUMMARYVitamin C deficiency may increase the risk of iron deficiency anemia by reducing iron absorption and increasing the likelihood of bleeding.
13. Fatigue and Poor Mood
SUMMARYSigns of fatigue and poor mood can appear even with low-to-normal levels of vitamin C, but they quickly turn around with adequate vitamin C intake.
14. Unexplained Weight Gain
SUMMARYLow vitamin C intake has been linked to increased body fat in humans, but other factors may be involved, such as diet quality.
15. Chronic Inflammation and Oxidative Stress
SUMMARYRegular consumption of antioxidants like vitamin C is associated with health benefits, while low intakes may increase inflammation and oxidative stress.
The Best Food Sources of Vitamin C
The recommended daily intake (RDI) for vitamin C is 90 mg for men and 75 mg for women (55Trusted Source).
Smokers are advised to consume an additional 35 mg per day, as tobacco reduces the absorption of vitamin C and increases the body’s use of the nutrient (6Trusted Source, 56Trusted Source).
Very little vitamin C is needed to prevent scurvy. Just 10 mg per day is enough, which is roughly the amount found in one tablespoon of fresh bell pepper or the juice of half a lemon (57Trusted Source, 58, 59).
Some of the best food sources of vitamin C (per cup) include (60Trusted Source):
I am currently following the Riordian Clinic protocol ( which mirrors the studies an test set up by Fred Klenner an Linus Paulding ) receiving 100 Grams of Vitamin C(ascorbic acid) twice weekly by IV. I go for blood test next week to check if the absorption is causing the desired effect on PCa.
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Taking Vitamin C in high doses.
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