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Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health

Boosting Vitamin C Lowers Heart Disease Risk in Diabetes - AI Podcast

03 Jun 2025

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Story at-a-glance Low vitamin C levels are strongly linked to increased cardiovascular disease risk in people with Type 2 diabetes People who consume fewer than one serving of fruit or vegetables daily had significantly lower vitamin C levels than those eating two or more servings daily Vitamin C protects arteries by neutralizing free radicals, preserving nitric oxide for vessel flexibility and supporting collagen synthesis for arterial strength Studies show vitamin C supplementation of 1,000 mg daily reduces triglycerides, improves blood flow and decreases inflammation markers in people with metabolic disorders Whole fruits rich in vitamin C, like guava, oranges and amla (Indian gooseberry), provide heart protection by optimizing vessel function and preventing dangerous blood clots

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