7. Shorter Illnesses
Despite popular belief, it is unlikely that vitamin C prevents infections like the common cold. However, multiple studies show that vitamin C can dramatically reduce the duration of the common cold and other diseases by encouraging the production of lymphocytes and phagocytes, which help fight infections. Taking vitamin C supplements just before or after getting sick doesn't produce this effect, however. A person must regularly consume high levels of vitamin C.
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