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Ascorbic Acid is one of the two active forms of Vitamin C. 'A' meaning without and 'scorbic' meaning having scurvy. Ascorbic Acid or Vitamin C acts as an antioxidant, a cofactor in Collagen formation, a cure for the common cold, aids in disease prevention, and acts as a cofactor in other reactions such as production of hormones like thyroxin and the conversion of amino acids.
Vitamin C or Ascorbic Acid promotes healthy cell development and proper calcium absorption. Large amounts of vitamin C are used by the body during any kind of healing process from an infection, disease, injury, or surgery. It also helps to repair and maintain healthy cartilage, bones, teeth and gums and assists in the prevention of blood clotting and bruising. It is required for the synthesis of collagen, the intercellular "cement" which holds tissues together and is used to make skin, scar tissue, tendons, ligaments, and blood vessels. Furthermore it prevents scurvy, builds resistance to infection and aids in the prevention and treatment of the common cold.

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