doi: 10.2337/dc17-1414 86 MullaC
Even in small amounts, vitamin C can protect indispensable molecules in the body, such as proteins, lipids (fats), carbohydrates, and nucleic acids (DNA and RNA), from damage by free radicals and reactive oxygen species (ROS) that are generated during normal metabolism, by active immune cells, and through exposure to toxins and pollutants (e.g., certain chemotherapy drugs and cigarette smoke)
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These surgeries include: Bariatric surgery, especially gastric bypass surgery (Roux-en-Y operation) or sleeve gastrectomy, which is performed to treat morbid obesity
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