


Antioxidants, as SELF reported previously, help neutralize unstable molecules called free radicals. "Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant,” Caroline Green, RD, LD, a South Carolina–based registered dietitian and certified intuitive eating counselor, tells SELF. But the health benefits of vitamin C go way beyond launching strong attacks against germs. You might already know that vitamin C, also called ascorbic acid, supports a healthy immune system. And that’s a good thing, considering how important the nutrient is for your health. Foods with vitamin C are easy to find if you know where to look.
