Vitamin C is one of the most important nutrients for the body. It is also called ascorbic acid. It is a water soluble vitamin, which is found in citrus fruits like lemon, orange, tomato and green leafy vegetables. It increases immunity and protects the body from infection. It keeps the skin glowing and slows down the aging process. It also helps in controlling blood pressure.

Due to so many benefits, people start eating foods rich in vitamin C. However, like every coin has two sides, it also has both advantages and disadvantages. Its limited quantity is very beneficial, whereas if it is consumed in excess, then it has many disadvantages.

How much vitamin C is needed daily?

The dosage of vitamin C for an adult is said to be 65 to 90 mg per day. Its upper limit is 2000 mg. This is the reason that when the supply of vitamin C is not fulfilled by the diet, then people also start taking supplements. However, taking more vitamin C than required reduces its absorption rate in the body. Due to this, it starts accumulating in the body and then the symptoms of vitamin C overdose start appearing. Let's know the symptoms of vitamin C overdose

Kidney Stone

Vitamin C is excreted from the body in the form of oxalate. Excessive intake of vitamin C causes these waste products to accumulate, which increases uric acid and takes the form of kidney stones.

Iron Overload

Vitamin C supports the process of iron absorption. But when there is excess vitamin C in the body, it also increases iron overload which presents in the form of many symptoms. It can cause great damage to the heart, liver, pancreas, thyroid and central nervous system.

Bone pain and fractures

High levels of vitamin C can trigger the flow of proteins into the blood, increasing the risk of fractures in people suffering from osteoarthritis.

These can also be symptoms-

• Disturbances in the digestive system
• Not being able to sleep at night
• Diarrhea
• Vomiting and nausea
• Burning sensation in the chest
• Bloating in the stomach
• period like cramps