How long does it take for the human body to work off vitamin C?

Question

Please only consider the pure ascorbic acid and not the newer types of retarded capsules. Thanks!

Answer 1

I've studied vitamins for more than 15 years. Your body will sluff off vitamin C in about 6 hrs, of course it depends on how much your taking at a time. I recommend 3000mgs per day, spread out over the day. I take 1000mgs in the morning, again at mid-day and again in the evening. It doesn't change the color of your urine, that is the B vitamins that does that. I don't know what you are calling the newer types of retarded capsules. The only other type besides ascorbic acid is "Ester-C", which is more absorbable than ascorbic acid and is easier on the stomach because it is non-acidic. There is evidence that it is retained longer also. Whatever form you decide to use, it is the most important vitamin you will ever use, since the majority of the other vitamins depend on vitamin C for proper absorption. I have taken it in doses as high as 10,000mgs per day if I have been exposed to colds or the flu. I have had neither for at least 15 years. I am 58 yrs old and going strong. It is a very good anti-aging vitamin also. Be well!!!

Answer 2

I heard it is disipates quickly (or maybe the word is metabolized quickly). I heard you cannot over dose on vit C. I heard that heat destroys vitamin C in food,,,I heard that smoking one cigarette removes (kills) all the vitamin c in your body (instantly). And I believe all these things too. Remember, there are other nutrients and vitamins that can be taken that will give your immune system a booste.
Good day and good health!

Answer 3

Everyone has individual requirements for vitamins. Vitamin C is a water soluble vitamin so any excess beyond your requirements...you pee away. It doesn't hang around in the body.

Answer 4

It's gone in one day,and needs to be replinished daily. So, eat your oranges! Byee

Answer 5

eight hours or when you notice your urine is yellow