Boosting Vitamin C Lowers Heart Disease Risk in Diabetes - AI Podcast
Jun 03, 2025•9 min
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Story at-a-glance
- Low vitamin C levels are strongly linked to increased cardiovascular disease risk in people with Type 2 diabetes
- People who consume fewer than one serving of fruit or vegetables daily had significantly lower vitamin C levels than those eating two or more servings daily
- Vitamin C protects arteries by neutralizing free radicals, preserving nitric oxide for vessel flexibility and supporting collagen synthesis for arterial strength
- Studies show vitamin C supplementation of 1,000 mg daily reduces triglycerides, improves blood flow and decreases inflammation markers in people with metabolic disorders
- Whole fruits rich in vitamin C, like guava, oranges and amla (Indian gooseberry), provide heart protection by optimizing vessel function and preventing dangerous blood clots
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