What Happens if You Heat Up Vitamin C? The Science of Nutrient Degradation
                                
                                
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                                Studies have shown that cooking methods like boiling can cause a significant loss of vitamin C, sometimes reducing the content by 50% or more, especially in vegetables. This fact raises a crucial question for home cooks and health enthusiasts: what happens if you heat up vitamin C?