Question

Is Vitamin-C fat-soluble?

Answer 1

Vitamin-C:

1. Vitamin C is an essential micronutrient and is composed of ascorbic acid.
2. Raw citrus fruits have high contents of this vitamin.
3. It is water-soluble but not fat-soluble.
4. They dissolve in water and are delivered directly to the tissues via the bloodstream.
5. As they are water-soluble, they cannot be stored in the cells as reserves and a regular intake of this vitamin is necessary.
6. Vitamin C is an antioxidant and is vital in controlling infections and healing processes.