Vision health AND brain health are both improved with this vitamin

We know that vitamin C supports vision health. But that support appears to be more important than we thought.

A new study shows that cells in the retina of the eye need to be “bathed” in high doses of vitamin C in order to function.

And this has further implications for brain health.

The retina is actually part of the central nervous system. So researchers believe that the retina’s need for C is an important clue. They say it suggests a key role for vitamin C throughout the brain, “to a degree we had not realized before.”

The researchers call this a “surprising discovery.” But knowing vitamin C’s many benefits, I’m not at all surprised that it’s an essential nutrient for brain function too.

Sources:
“Vitamin C shows eyes & brain health potential: Study” Stephen Daniells, NutraIngredients-USA, 7/18/11, nutraingredients-usa.com