Vitamin C Can Help Maintain Muscle Mass As You Age—Here's How Much You Should Take

Fruits and veggies are so important when it comes to maintaining a healthy, well-balanced diet.

However, as with all vitamins, there’s a certain dosage you should verify you take daily.

Here’s a list of all the goodness that comes with strong and healthy muscles.

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Adult males should take 90 mg daily, and females 75 mg per day.

Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin, so your body will discard what it does not need."

Here are some items to add to your shopping list:

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