Explanation

Vitamin C is essential for growth and repair of tissues in the body.

Protein formation: Vitamin C helps form collagen, a protein used to create skin, tendons, ligaments, and blood vessels.

Wound healing: Vitamin C helps heal wounds and form scar tissue.

Bone, teeth, and cartilage repair: Vitamin C helps repair and maintain bones, teeth, and cartilage.

Iron absorption: Vitamin C helps the body absorb iron. 

Vitamin C is also an antioxidant that promotes healthy teeth and gums.

A deficiency in vitamin C can lead to scurvy.