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Jun 2024
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How does Vitamin C keep our bodies from ...

Melissa and Jam, Bleav
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In this episode, Melissa and Jam delve into the crucial role of Vitamin C in the body, focusing on its importance for collagen production. They discuss how collagen, a key structural protein found in tendons, cartilage, bones, teeth, skin, and blood vessels, relies on Vitamin C to form strong, functional structures. The conversation explores the process of h ... Show More
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