Red bell peppers have more vitamin C than citrus fruits.

Red Bell Pepper Stewed with Minced Pork

When it comes to foods high in Vitamin C, many people think of citrus fruits like lemons and oranges. Recently, an article published in the American magazine "Prevention" shattered this common misconception. American nutritionists have discovered that while citrus fruits are rich in Vitamin C, red bell peppers actually contain the highest amount among all fruits and vegetables.

As is well known, Vitamin C is beneficial for both the skin and the immune system. Studies show that Vitamin C can help the body recover faster and boost immunity. A British study that followed 4,025 women who took Vitamin C found that their skin was smoother and finer, with fewer wrinkles.

Vitamin C also has other important health benefits. Finnish researchers found that if men have too little Vitamin C in their bodies, their risk of stroke increases by 2.4 times. Australian researchers have recently discovered that this antioxidant can also alleviate arthritis.

Therefore, if you want to get Vitamin C from natural foods, red bell peppers are the top choice.