Oranges get all the fame for vitamin C, but plenty of other fruits and vegetables deliver even higher amounts. These nutrient powerhouses can help support your immune system and overall wellness when included in a balanced diet.
Vegetable Vitamin C Powerhouses
- Brussels sprouts: 150 mg (raw), 131 mg (cooked) per 100 grams
- Red bell pepper: 150 mg (raw), 119 mg (cooked) per 100 grams
- Cabbage: 60 mg (raw), 50 mg (cooked) per 100 grams
- Kale: 100 mg (raw), 25 mg (cooked) per 100 grams
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Fruit Vitamin C Powerhouses (vitamin C content per 100 grams)
- Green kiwi: 88 mg
- Orange: 51 mg
- Pineapple: 48 mg
- Grapefruit: 31 mg
- Mandarin: 27 mg
Which will you add to your next meal?
