NUTRITION ALC+MASTW/MDA W/ET AC PKG
NUTRITION ALC+MASTW/MDA W/ET AC PKG
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ISBN: 9780135158999
Author: Blake
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 7, Problem 8TF
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To examine: Whether the statement “Taking vitamin C supplements can help you ward off the common cold” is true or false.

Introduction: Vitamins are the necessary organic compounds in the body for growth and development. Vitamins have various biochemical functions in the human body. They are classified according to the biological and chemical action in the body. There are thirteen essential vitamins needed for the human metabolism. The IUPAC for Vitamin C is ascorbic acid that functions as a coenzyme. This is required to synthesize and utilize certain amino acids.

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