what is the medical importance of ascorbic acid?

Answer 1

VITAMIN C - Ascorbic Acid Supports hair and nail growth by improving circulation. Useful as treating dandruff. May aid in preventing hair loss.

Vitamin C is one of the most ubiquitous vitamins ever discovered. Besides playing a paramount role as an anti-oxidant and free radical scavenger, it has been suggested to be an effective antiviral agent by some very respected scientists. Although the antiviral properties of vitamin C remain the subject of great debate in some circles, this water-soluble vitamin remains one of the most popular and important vitamins. Vitamin C is commonly found naturally in peppers, citrus fruits, tomatoes, melons, broccoli, and green leafy vegetables such as spinach, turnip, and mustard greens. The primary function of vitamin C is to assist in the production of collagen, although it is rapidly becoming identified as a key player in detoxifying the body from foreign substances. Although there is somewhat limited documentation, other reported uses of vitamin C are healing wounds and burns, accelerate healing after surgery, decreasing blood cholesterol, reduce blood clotting, offer protection against cancer agents, and extend life. Many of these reputed uses are highly speculative and lack the proper scientific verification.

Answer 2

Ascorbic acid is vitamin C. Many people think it helps prevent illness, but to my knowledge, this hasn't been proven.

It DOES prevent scurvy, however. Look it up for yourself.

http://leda.law.harvard.edu/leda/data/658/Mayberry.html

Answer 3

Ascorbic acid is a vital, ubiquitous substance, in the life process. All living organisms either make it, get it in their foodstuffs or they perish.

Answer 4

The word fruits has different meanings depending on context.

Answer 5

Vitamin C.