Vitamin C Benefits – An Important Factor In Cardiovascular Health – Dr. Berg

Vitamin C has substantial cardiovascular health benefits !

Timestamps:
0:00 Discover the cardiovascular health benefits of vitamin C
0:40 Damage to arteries is caused by a structural weakness in the blood vessel itself
3:04 These foods are high in vitamin C

Heart attacks are the number one cause of death worldwide, so it makes sense to discover the cardiovascular health benefits of vitamin C. There’s a condition called atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries. Sometimes people believe it’s caused by consuming too much cholesterol, but it’s not. Your body actually makes its own cholesterol in large amounts. It may show up to heal damage to a blood vessel, but it’s not the cause.

The cause of damage to an artery is structure weakness in the blood vessel itself. The innermost lining of the artery has what is called endothelial cells composed of collagen, and they need vitamin C to stay strong. Vitamin C is a cofactor for collagen production and vascular smooth muscle. You have muscles around your arteries that help them contract and relax, so it’s critical to maintain their elasticity. Yet, for example, insulin can cause your arteries to thicken and harden.

High insulin, which causes insulin resistance, is one of the key factors which causes vitamin C deficiency. There are nearly 500 clinical trials showing that vitamin C supplementation leads to an improvement in endothelial function. If the arterial wall gets damaged, your body sends cholesterol, calcium, and protein to repair the damage by forming a clot. Vitamin C also helps keep the clot from breaking off and causing a stroke or heart attack.

Classic signs of vitamin C deficiency are scurvy and fragile blood vessels. How do you come deficient? Well, by developing insulin resistance, poor eating habits; specifically not eating enough vegetables, smoking, taking medications, and drinking alcohol.

I urge you to consume foods high in vitamin C, including bell peppers, cabbage, sauerkraut, and leafy greens. Nearly all vegetables have vitamin C.

Now you know the cardiovascular health benefits of vitamin C !

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 56, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

Disclaimer: Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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[HOPEandSTRIVE]

Also, any in-depth video on Vitamin C and Zinc would be perfect.

[CompraRightNJ]

Keep them love watching your SHORT, to the point, super informative and educational videos. I just wish I wasn't so broke right now, and could afford to buy your I will soon.

[MS-efgy]

A couple of months ago, I started taking 2 grams of pure vitamin C powder (Q brand ascorbic acid) and 1 gram of pure L-Lysine powder mixed with water daily. My intent was to drop my blood pressure from 130ish over 85ish to less then 120/80 as a result of the new blood pressure rules. It is now 115ish over 70ish, the lowest in my adult life! I never would have believed this yet here I am. I am not nor have I ever been on blood pressure medication or any other daily medications.

[chelsearabello]

Conclusion: Sugar is always the villain

[pattym]

Thank you Dr. Berg for teaching us about the dynamic chemistry of our bodies, in such a fascinating, enjoyable & informative way, so we can take excellent care of our bodies. I used to work in the medical field, with exposure to pathology. You have so increased my learning. I was never into pharmaceuticals. Holistic, dietary is definitely the way to go.

[markothwriter]

It's really easy to juice a lemon, lime or a small orange. Just one. They don't have that much sugar or carbohydrates -- some but not that much. I buy whatever is on sale or is inexpensive, and I juice one per day. I have a ton of raspberries in my garden also. You can buy frozen raspberries -- and eat just a bit at a time.

[raphaelroche]

The thyroid/adrenal regulatory balance would be a great topic. Thanks.

[thuywu]

It's so interesting, the more i have watched back the more i gain alot of new things ❤. Thankful for your information

[wolfaudi]

thank you doctor for ur amazing job in spreading health awareness . can you do a video about the importance of having olive oil and the amount to be taken daily?

[petrakaiser]

Thanks for the video, useful information as always. :)
Can coffee consumption also cause vit c deficiency?

[shahafsagi]

Hello Dr Berg.
*Please help....*

I tried taking Vitamin C as a supplement (buffered, ascorbate complex...) And it changed my life, in the sense that it made me so happy, focused, reduced brain fog, anxiety, and improved verbal fluency as well as social confidence. It's like the best thing that happened to me since taking B Vitamins.
This was NOT a placebo.

However I get weird side effects, such as bleeding gums, bone pain, and the worst of all: heart palpitations and terrible sleep apnea. Chest pains.

I don't know what I should do.... And why does this happen?
Consuming a lot of fruits and veggies with vitamin C isn't even cutting close to being as effective as supplements.
I appreciate your reply/answer/future video about Thank you.

[basmahharami]

Thanks so much for this insightful video. It would be appreciated if you can give advice on how would be the best way of using VITC supplements. And what is the best kind of VITC supplements we should be taking. Thank you

[adamsue]

I would love to know ur thoughts about the Irritable Bowel Syndrome.

[Kitty-ljeg]

Tinnitus and pulsate tinnitus or blood circulation or neurology videos would be really good! Great videos and have learnt so much from you videos! Thank you! :)

[brusselsprout]

I wonder Dr. Berg's take on liposomal Vitamin C? I use cherry acerola, but am already dealing with heart issues....not so much clogged arteries though. I wonder if liposomal Vitamin C would be more favorable for me?

[colwilpro]

I'm pretty sure I've got chronic deficiency of vitamin C. I get nose bleeds, I have spider veins, varicose veins, cardiovascular problems, tiredness, hemorrhoids, leaky gut.. I had pneumonia 2 years ago ... the lot! Eating kiwis now! Thanks Dr Berg.

[livetubing]

I’ve been taking 2500-3000 mg of Ester-C with bioflavonoids for few years, I was told that ester c is a good form of vitamin C and not Ascorbic Acid.... Dr Berg what’s your take on Ester-C and dosage?
Thanks in advance.

[sergeantfighter]

Liposomal Vitamin C...the benefits!?! GREAT TOPIC

[chadaitken]

A suggestion for a video is to talk about is the lack of absorbing Vitamins the same as if you didn’t take them in the first place?

[lenoremiera]

Very interesting good to know for myself and family since my father has CHF. Your videos and education have been a big eye opener for me a tremendous help. Thank you for all you do.