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Can vitamin C affect neurotransmitters and hormones?

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Yes, vitamins and nutrition in general affects the hormones in the body. In order for the body, including hormonal balance, to work properly, it must have the proper vitamins and nutrition that it needs.

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I just researched it myself. I found 2 vitamins (supplements) that were recommended as a best chice. Once is called Life Essence and the other one is One 'n' Only. Please read about them before purchasing.

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Vitamin C is critical to the conversion of certain substances into neurotransmitters, brain chemicals that facilitate the transmission of nerve impulses across a synapse (the space between neurons, or nerve cells).

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