More than protecting you from a cold, Vitamin C plays an important role in a number of bodily functions including forming and maintaining bones, skin and blood vessels. And more recently research has shown that its antioxidant activity may reduce the risk of some cancers.

Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, has been known as the vitamin that helps protect and reduce cold severity and duration. Although, there are much more benefits from this vitamin that can be easily found in fruits and vegetables.