Why and How to Get Your Vitamin C Fix

Chances are you’ve heard of vitamin C previously, but have you ever wondered what exactly it is or what it’s good for?

Vitamin C is necessary to help with the growth and repair of tissues in all parts of the body. It’s also an antioxidant that contributes to healthy immunity — and we could all use extra immune support this season!

Additionally, vitamin C is used to1:

• Form an important protein used to make skin, tendons, ligaments and blood vessels.
• Heal wounds and form scar tissue.
• Repair and maintain cartilage, bones and teeth.
• Aid in iron absorption.

Now comes the ultimate question: “How can I get vitamin C?” 

Turn to your favorite fruit. Two cups of fresh watermelon provide 25% of the daily value, making it an excellent source of vitamin C. Score!

In addition to eating 2 cups of fresh watermelon, Chrissy Carroll MPH, RD, LDN, ACSM-cPT recommends “mix[ing] other good sources into your diet too – like citrus fruits, strawberries, bell peppers, and white potatoes – you’ll be on your way to meeting your daily target.” 

Eager to boost your vitamin C? Cut up a juicy watermelon and head to the kitchen to whip up one of these easy and tasty recipes.

Watermelon, Turmeric and Orange Wellness Juice

Watermelon Chia Seed Muffin

Watermelon Strawberry Smoothie Bowl

Roasted Salmon with Watermelon Salsa

Watermelon Sports Drink

Spiralized Salad with Shrimp

Watermelon Island Fruit Salad

Plant Based Watermelon Poke

Curious about watermelon’s many other nutrition benefits? Click here to learn more! 

¹https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002404.htm