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Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is an important part of the human diet. Lack of this nutrient is believed to cause scurvy. Many individuals have this notion that unless they get this condition, they are in no danger of not contracting any disease or similar conditions that can bring their body function down. However, it has been proven through various tests that Vitamin C is necessary in one’s diet not so much as to prevent getting scurvy but more to keep their body functioning perfectly.

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