An Investigation of Vitamin C and Chronic Diseases with Inflammatory/Autoimmune Components: A Literature Review
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Jennifer M. Crook, BSN, School of Nursing, University of Florida, Green Cove Springs, Florida, USA
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- Iota at-Large
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Abstract
This literature review combines emerging and established research regarding the multifaceted functions of Vitamin C in chronic inflammatory and autoimmune diseases. The importance of assessment of sub-optimal and marginal plasma Vitamin C status will be identified.
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Leadership Connection 2018: Transformative Nursing Leadership, September 15-18, 2018. Indianapolis, Indiana, USA.
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2019-01-08T19:48:12Z
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| Type | Poster |
| Acquisition | Proxy-submission |
| Review Type | Abstract Review Only: Reviewed by Event Host |
| Format | Text-based Document |
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| Evidence Level | N/A |
| Research Approach | N/A |
| Keywords | Vitamin C; Chronic Inflammation; Hypovitaminosis |
Conference Information
| Name | Leadership Connection 2018 |
| Host | Sigma Theta Tau International, the Honor Society of Nursing |
| Location | Indianapolis, Indiana, USA |
| Date | 2018 |
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