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History and analysis of vitamin C (ascorbic acid)

Apr 3, 2023

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«Drink orange juice, it’s good for you because it contains vitamin C!» Most people have probably heard this or a similar command in their childhood. Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid or L-ascorbic acid, is an essential nutrient which humans cannot produce by themselves. We rely on external sources like fresh fruits and vegetables to obtain it. As vitamin C has antioxidant properties, it is also often used as a food preservative. This blog article will cover the history of vitamin C and some of the different analytical methods used to determine vitamin C in various products.

History of vitamin C