Side effects of taking vitamin C

Vitamin C intake:

1. The recommended intake of vitamin C for adult and early pregnant women is 100 mg/d.

2. The recommended intake of vitamin C in middle and late pregnant women and nursing mothers is 130mg/d.

Note: The individual differences in the demand for VCs from each person are significant. Some people can be satisfied with small amounts, and some people can reach 10 grams or more per day.

Excessive vitamin C side effects:

Vitamin C is water-soluble, which means that the body can excrete the excess through the urine, so it is difficult to achieve toxic levels. However, too much vitamin C intake may still have adverse consequences. One of the side effects is increased secretion of oxalate, which can be easily caused by sensitive individuals. People who have had a history of kidney stones should avoid taking vitamin C supplements and only get this nutrient through natural foods.

1, excessive use of VC supplements in the short term, will produce polyuria, diarrhea, skin rashes and other side effects;

2, long-term use of excessive VC supplements, may lead to oxalic acid and uric acid stones;

3, excessive use of children during the growth period, prone to skeletal diseases.

4. When one-time intake of VC2500-5000 mg or more, may cause a large number of red blood cell rupture, hemolysis and other critical phenomena.

Note: Abuse of vitamin C will weaken the body's immunity and may accelerate arteriosclerosis.

Summary of vitamin C side effects:

1, excessive use of vitamin C may cause the formation of oxalic acid and uric acid stones (intake of calcium, vitamin B6, and drink enough water every day can be adjusted). Excessive intake can cause some unpleasant side effects such as diarrhea, polyuria, skin rashes, etc. When you have the above symptoms, you must reduce the amount.

2. Vitamin C is not recommended for cancer patients undergoing radiation or chemotherapy.

3, patients with vitiligo should not use vitamin C.