What is a toxic level of vitamin C? Understanding the Risks of Megadosing
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The tolerable upper intake level (UL) for vitamin C in healthy adults is 2,000 milligrams per day. So, what is a toxic level of vitamin C? While genuine toxicity is extremely rare because the body excretes excess amounts, regularly exceeding this limit can lead to uncomfortable side effects and, in specific cases, more serious health issues.