What is Ascorbic Acid?

Ascorbic Acid is a natural water-soluble vitamin (Vitamin C). 

Ascorbic acid is a potent reducing and antioxidant agent that functions in fighting bacterial infections, in detoxifying reactions, and in the formation of collagen in fibrous tissue, teeth, bones, connective tissue, skin, and capillaries. 

Found in citrus and other fruits, and in vegetables, vitamin C cannot be produced or stored by humans and must be obtained in the diet.

Is there any difference between ascorbic acid made synthetically and ascorbic acid vitamin C present from plant sources?

There are 2 types of vitamin C. The first one you get is from the food that you consumed. Secondly is synthetically made which is ascorbic acid. 

Most of the vitamin C in the market are synthetically made. Difference between "natural" and "synthetic" vitamins when it comes to safety and efficiency. Natural vitamins are less toxic, safer than synthetic. 

Unless you want to consume as much as possible of food that contains vitamin C to support your system. But these days, with the virus around and people busy with their working schedules, they rarely have the time to get a balanced diet for themselves.

The main contribution of vitamin C comes from fruits, consuming as many fruits can give you sufficient vitamin C but at the same time do remember

that you are consuming a high amount of fructose and glucose as well which could eventually lead to high glucose levels (diabetic).

How is synthetic vitamin c made?

Ascorbic acid is a synthetic vitamin C that is usually generated from Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) corn, according to an article in The Healthy Home Economist. Furthermore, there is mounting evidence that persons who use excessive dosages of ascorbic acid should be concerned.

What are Synthetic ascorbic acid side effects?

Many people are taking vitamin C supplements containing synthetic ascorbic acid to strengthen their immune health as a result of the present pandemic.

Is synthetic Vitamin C bad for you? 

• Side effects of vitamin C include stomach cramps, nausea, heartburn, and headaches in some persons. With higher doses, the likelihood of these side effects increases.

• Taking more than 2000 mg per day is potentially dangerous, as it might result in kidney stones and severe diarrhea. Taking more than 1000 mg per day increases the risk of obtaining another kidney stone in persons who have already had one.

However, if you take a supplement that does not contain natural ingredients, make sure you take it at the correct dosage and for a limited period of time to avoid long-term effects on your health.