ASCORBIC ACID

WHAT IS YOUR CHEMICAL FORMULA?

IS IT AN ACID OR A BASE?

WHAT ARE 3 PRODUCTS CONTAINING THE CHEMICAL?

WHY DO YOU NEED IT?

• You need ascorbic acid for the growth and repair of tissues in all parts of your body. It makes the body produce collagen, which is an important protein used to make skin, ligaments,tendons,cartilage, and blood vessels. It's also good for maintaining bones and teeth. Another this is that it helps heals wounds.

POTENTIAL BENEFITS OF CHEMICAL

• Decreases blood sugar and people with diabetes Boosting immunity Reduced effect of sun exposure Improves vision Heals burns and wounds Maintains healthy gum

DANGERS!!!

• Increases incidence of arterial plaque buildup. Increases risk of causing Gallstones. Causes diarrhea Causes abdominal cramps

Current safety regulations regarding use of chemical, including disposal concerns

• The FDA approves ascorbic acid to be safe for human consumption, it is also shown to have no disposal concerns, as it is seen to be a non-hazardous waste.