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Ascorbic-acid Quote by Thomas E. Levy

“Man's body was designed to function best with high blood and cellular levels of vitamin C - synthesised as needed by the liver. Due to an inborn error of metabolism, the vast majority of us no longer have the ability to make it, but that does not lessen our need for vitamin C or the benefits…” quote by Thomas E. Levy
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““Man's body was designed to function best with high blood and cellular levels of vitamin C - synthesised as needed by the liver. Due to an inborn error of metabolism, the vast majority of us no longer have the ability to make it, but that does not lessen our need for vitamin C or the benefits derived form it.””

Thomas E. Levy

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Source Scientific Article: Journal of Nutrition, 2015

Humans need vitamin C, but most cannot synthesize it, so diet must supply it.

In simple terms: We must get vitamin C from food.

Key Takeaway

Include vitamin C rich foods.

Themes

nutrition biology health

Mood

informative concerned

Type

educational scientific

When to use this quote

  • meal planning
  • supplement choice
  • public health policy

Key Concepts

vitamin C metabolism dietary requirements antioxidants

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you ensure adequate vitamin C intake?
  • What are the risks of excess supplementation?
A Different Perspective

Supplementation may not replace whole‑food benefits.

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