Our bodies need Vitamin C.  We need to consume foods that are rich in Vitamin C for proper maintenance and development of cartilage, blood vessels and scar tissue.  Vitamin C is also needed by our body to create dopamine, ATP, Tyrosine and peptide hormone.  It also reduces oxidative stress in the body and reduces the risk of cancer.

Here is a list of foods that are high in Vitamin C:

* Bell Peppers- yellow bell peppers contain the greatest amount of Vitamin C while Green bell peppers contain the least Vitamin C

* Broccoli- this vegetable provides more than 93 mg of Vitamin C per serving

* Blackcurrants- contain more than 180 mg per serving of Vitamin C

* Guava- may contain more than 228 mg of Vitamin C per serving depending on the type of guava.

* Kale- this yummy vegetable contains 130 mg of Vitamin C per serving that is 200% more than the recommended daily allowance

* Kiwi- this tart fruit contains more than 92 mg of Vitamin C

* Mustard greens- this spicy winter greens contain 130 mg of Vitamin C per serving and carries a powerful kick

* Parsley- a great herb for adding depth and flavor to soups and stews.  Parsley contains more than 130 mg of Vitamin C per serving

* Green and Red Hot Chili Peppers- aside from adding some spice to your favorite dishes, red chili peppers contain more than 140 mg of Vitamin C per serving while green chili peppers have more than 242 mg per serving