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Vit c for immunity
To increase immunity I read every where one should consume vit c , but whenever i try to consume vitc reach food like oranges, lemons etc i get sore throat/tonsils pain.
Can anyone suggest how to take vitamin c in my case to boost immunity?
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Issue:
Citrus fruits (oranges, lemons) cause throat/tonsil irritation
Goal: Improve immunity with Vitamin C without triggering symptoms
✅ Recommended Alternatives to Citrus-based Vitamin C:
🔹 1. Non-Citrus Natural Sources (Milder on Throat):
Guava – very high in Vitamin C
Papaya
Kiwi fruit
Strawberries
Amla (Indian gooseberry) – use diluted amla juice or in cooked form
These are less acidic than citrus fruits and generally gentler on the throat
🔹 2. Vitamin C Supplements (Buffered Forms):
Vitamin C (Ascorbic acid) – 500 mg daily
Choose non-acidic or buffered forms like:
Calcium ascorbate
Sodium ascorbate
Ester-C (non-acidic)
These reduce the risk of throat irritation common with acidic sources
💊 Dosage (Harrison’s Immunity Section Reference):
500–1000 mg/day is safe and effective for immune support in adults
Avoid megadoses (>2000 mg/day), which offer no added benefit and may cause GI upset
🟢 Other Immunity Boost Tips:
Maintain sleep hygiene
Eat zinc-rich foods (pumpkin seeds, lentils)
Consider probiotics, especially after infections
Avoid smoking, stress, and processed foods
📘 Reference:
Harrison’s Manual of Medicine: Vitamin C supports neutrophil function, but excess acidity may cause mucosal irritation. Buffered supplementation is advised in sensitive individuals.
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No doubt citrus fruits have high vit c or ascorbic acid
But these fruits not necessarily suits every body
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Tab vit c 100mg one morning and one evening for 15 days is good enough, when you have no problem.
Apart from citrus fruits, berries, pine apple, grapes, black currant, potatoes, bell peppers tomato are also natural sources of vitamin C.
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Greetings can be taken
But why u want to take extra vitamins.
It’s not only citrus fruits that has vit c- try berries
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Get ur vit c level tested
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Tab Limcee500 to times to suck.
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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Tab limcee 500mg 1-1-1 for 5 days.
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