1. Sierra Vermillion, Tim Tompson, Graysan Braun

2. NAME OF NUTRIENT

3. Oranges Red and green hot chili peppers Guava Dark leafy greens Kale Strawberries Kiwi Broccoli Cauliflower ETC. FOODS HIGH IN VITAMIN C

4. Having too little of Vitamin C can put you at risk of Scurvy. DEFICIENCY Symptoms of scurvy include: -Malaise: feeling of discomfort -Lethargy: fatigued -Shortness of breath -Bone pain -Easy bruising -Changes of skin -Loss of teeth -Dry eyes -ETC.

5. Having too much of Vitamin C can put you at risk of: -Upset stomach -Diarrhea -Abdominal cramps -Headache -Heartburn -Vomiting TOXICITY Vitamin C toxicity is rare, but it can cause kidney stones. If one has over 2,000 Mg of Vitamin C per day, he/she can be at risk of Vitamin C toxicity.

6. Fruits and Vegetables VITAMIN C IS FOUND IN:

7. Infant (0-6 months): 40 mg per day Infant (7-12 months): 50 mg per day Toddler (1-3 years): 15 mg per day Children (4-8 years): 25 mg per day Children (9-13 years): 45 mg per day Male teens (14-18 years): 75 mg per day Female teens (14-18 years): 65 mg per day AMOUNTS NEEDED:

8. Vitamin C is also known as an ascorbic acid. INTERESTING FACTS: Vitamin C is also needed in the body to make Collagen (which is necessary for the growth, health, and repair of bones, tendons, and cartilage). Vitamin C improves the absorption of iron from plant- based foods and helps the immune system work properly to protect the body from disease.

9. Vitamin C plays an important role in brain function by participating in the synthesis of norepinephrine, a neurotransmitter. INTERESTING FACTS CONTINUED… Vitamin C plays and essential role in the synthesis of camitine, which helps convert fat to energy.

10. REVIEW QUIZ

11. Vitamin C is… A.Always toxic in high doses B.Found in bread or cereal C.Stored in the body D.Not important REVIEW QUESTION #1

12. C Stored in the body ANSWER

13. What food is NOT high in Vitamin C? A.Oranges B.Broccoli C.Guava D.Apples REVIEW QUESTION #2

14. D Apples ANSWER

15. What can happen if you absorb too much Vitamin C? A.Shortened breath B.Blurred vision C.Vomiting D.Kidney stones REVIEW QUESTION #3

16. D Kidney stones ANSWER