Vitamin C
Vitamin C is involved in the formation of the structural protein collagen (found in skin, cartilage, bones, blood vessels) in the human body, amongst other things. Higher concentrations of vitamin C are found in fresh fruit, vegetables and berries such as camu camu, sea buckthorn berries, acerola cherries, rose hips, blackcurrants, kale, parsley, kiwis and citrus fruits.
Health claims for vitamin C (according to EFSA):
Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for normal bones, cartilage and skin function, normal function of the nervous system, the immune system and to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
Folate / Folic Acid (Vitamin B9)
Folic acid in its bioactive form, folate, is a vital vitamin that contributes to numerous intracellular metabolic processes. Higher concentrations of folate are found in dark green leafy vegetables, herbs and green cabbage varieties, eggplants, oranges, walnuts and legumes.
Health claims for folate (according to EFSA):
Folate contributes to normal amino acid synthesis and normal function of the immune system and has a function in cell division.
