2006-10-08 18:12:28 · 4 answers · asked by Inquisitive_Mind 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
No known diseases are directly related to Vitamin C however, over use of Vitamin C can cause citric acid poisoning which can produce a number of symptoms. Some of these symptoms can be quite painful. Swelling and redness in the legs, habitual coughing, sore throat, shortness of breath, and abdominal pain. Long term over use of vitamin C can also cause liver damage. So I wouldn't take a dentists word for it, I would consult your physician. You also have to take into consideration the foods and beverages you consume each day that contain vitamin C while taking vit. C supplements.
2006-10-08 18:32:16 · answer #1 · answered by deedleydee 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Excess consumption can cause heartburn. It can trigger kidney stones. Around 2g a day can result in diarrhea.
It takes more than one pound to reach significant toxicity.
2006-10-08 18:43:50 · answer #2 · answered by novangelis 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
vitamin C is a water soluble vitamin, therefore it is flushed from your body daily. It does not build up in the body.
2006-10-08 18:20:51 · answer #3 · answered by winkcat 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Unlikely. You're body is going pee out excessive vitamin C anyway.
2006-10-08 18:14:53 · answer #4 · answered by dtshaff 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋