Exercise 1.2 elements 1 & 2

Information that both supports and challenges claims about the benefits and dangers of vitamin C are listed below.
Things I might say in a paper arguing for the benefits of vitamin C.

• It is required for the growth and repair of tissues.
• It is necessary for the production of collagen.
• It is essential for healing wounds.
• Essential for the repair and maintenance of cartilage, bones and teeth.
• Good for the treatment of urinary tract infections.
• Helps dryness of mucous membranes in the lungs.
• Protects from free radical attacks.
• Helps the ability to fight off viruses, bacteria and other diseases by increasing white blood cell count.

Things I might say in a paper arguing for the dangers of vitamin C.

• Can cause side effects like diarrhea, nausea or indigestion.
•  High doses can cause kidney stones.
• Stomach cramps and headache can occur if taken in high doses.
• May cause hardening of the arteries.

Record of websites that I visited

http://www.benefitsofvitamins.org/

http://healthguide.howstuffworks.com/vitamin-c-dictionary.htm
http://len7288.hubpages.com/hub/Amazing_Health_Benefits_of_Vitamin_C
http://juicerrecipesnow.com/vitamin-c-benefits/ 

http://www.livestrong.com/article/344240-the-benefits-and-dangers-of-vitamin-c
http://www.nytimes.com/1998/04/09/us/taking-too-much-vitamin-c-can-be-dangerous-study-finds.html 
http://medicmagic.net/dangers-of-too-much-vitamin-c.html