Excessive consumption of vitamin C can exacerbate stomach problems.
This information should be considered in advance
Vitamin C is recognized as one of the most effective means to strengthen the immune system worldwide. Doctors especially recommend its consumption during the autumn-winter period when the body is subjected to attacks from viruses and experiences stress due to sharp temperature changes, rains, and cyclones.
The best sources of vitamin C are:
* citrus fruits
* bell peppers
* rose hips
* currants
* sauerkraut.
However, as noted by nutritionist Oksana Dmitrenko, not everyone benefits from increasing the intake of foods rich in this micronutrient. For some, it can lead to serious health problems.
Who can be harmed by vitamin C?
Vitamin C can cause more harm than good to people with chronic stomach diseases, especially if they consume citrus fruits on an empty stomach.
Those diagnosed with increased stomach acidity or food allergies should also be cautious and not strive for increased intake of this micronutrient.
Additionally, people diagnosed with thrombophlebitis are advised not to take vitamin C in recommended doses on their own. This is because vitamin C can promote blood thickening and cause serious health issues. Therefore, it is wiser to strengthen the immune system in other ways, such as engaging in sports or taking a contrast shower, concluded the specialist.
