Vitamin C. Ascorbic acid is necessary for the formation of intracellular collagen, it is required to strengthen the structure of teeth, bones and capillary walls. Participates in redox reactions, tyrosine metabolism, conversion of folic acid to folinic acid, carbohydrate metabolism, lipid and protein synthesis, iron metabolism, cellular respiration processes, activates the synthesis of steroid hormones. Reduces the need for vitamins B1, B2, A, E, folic acid, pantothenic acid, increases the body’s resistance to infections; improves the absorption of iron, contributing to its deposition in a reduced form. It has antioxidant properties.