Study of vitamin C content in some fruits and vegetables

Among all vitamins, vitamin C plays a crucial role in maintaining good health. It is a powerful antioxidant naturally present in many foods, especially fruits and vegetables, which play an important role in the prevention of infectious diseases. Ascorbic acid content of some fruits and vegetables like lemon, orange, apple, strawberry, banana, tomato, cucumber, carrot, potato, pineapple, was determined. All fruits were collected from local market. Vitamin C content of the fruits was determined by using titration method using Iodine and sodiumthiosulphtae solutions.