Vitamin C

1.Broccoli 


Broccoli (cooked or raw) is well known for its cancer preventing properties and is high in vitamin C which helps to absorb the calcium we eat. Studies show that calcium aids in weight loss. Not only that, broccoli is also rich in phytochemicals that significantly improve our immune system, and helps to protect against disease – all while being very low in calories!

  • Carbs: 6 grams
  • Protein: 2.6 gram
  • Fat: 0.3 grams
  • Fiber: 2.4 grams
  • Vitamin C: 135% of the RDI
  • Vitamin A: 11% of the RDI
  • Vitamin K: 116% of the RDI
  • Vitamin B9 (Folate): 14% of the RDI
  • Potassium: 8% of the RDI

2.APPLE 


Apples are low in calories and fat, low in sodium, and contain vitamins and minerals as well as fiber. A Penn State University conducted a study, which revealed, that people, who ate an apple before a meal, ate fewer calories overall than those, who ate a different kind of snack. The reason for this is in apple’s very high-fiber status, which fills you up (each apple has about 4 to 5 grams of fiber). The fiber helps you feel full longer because it expands in your stomach so it takes less food to satisfy your hunger.

  • Calories: 52
  • Water: 86%
  • Protein: 0.3 grams
  • Carbs: 13.8 grams
  • Sugar: 10.4 grams
  • Fiber: 2.4 grams
  • Fat: 0.2 grams
3.STRAWBERRIES


Packed with vitamins, fiber, and particularly high levels of antioxidants known as polyphenols, strawberries are a sodium-free, fat-free, cholesterol-free, low-calorie food. They are among the top 20 fruits in antioxidant capacity and are a good source of manganese and potassium.

Calories: 32
Water: 91%
Protein: 0.7 grams
Carbs: 7.7 grams
Sugar: 4.9 grams
Fiber: 2 grams
Fat: 0.3 grams

4.ORANGE



Oranges are among the world's most popular fruits, as they're both tasty and nutritious. They are a good source of vitamin C, as well as several other vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. For this reason, they may lower your risk of heart disease and kidney stones.

Calories: 47
Water: 87%
Protein: 0.9 grams
Carbs: 11.8 grams
Sugar: 9.4 grams
Fiber: 2.4 grams
Fat: 0.1 grams

5.LEMON


Citrus fruits like lemons are high in vitamin C, a primary antioxidant that helps protect cells from damaging free radicals. You’ve probably heard that vitamin C may help prevent or limit the duration of the common cold in some people, but studies are conflicting.

Vitamin C may reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke, and lower blood pressure.

While lemons don’t top the list of citrus fruits high in vitamin C, they’re still a good source. According to the United States Department of AgricultureTrusted Source, the juice of one lemon provides about 18.6 milligrams of vitamin C. The recommended daily amount for adults is 65 to 90 milligrams.

Calories: 29
Water: 89%
Protein: 1.1 grams
Carbs: 9.3 grams
Sugar: 2.5 grams
Fiber: 2.8 grams
Fat: 0.3 grams

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