EC Pharmacology and Toxicology

Vitamin C is a fundamental micronutrient having a primordial role in several biological functions including in the immune defense, the fight against oxidation, the normal formation of collagen, the digestive absorption of iron. In order to appreciate the habits of the consumption of this vitamin with of the Moroccan population, a cross-sectional observational study was carried out. It was conducted on a representative sample of pharmacy customers in Morocco, with an objective to collect information on their consumption habits and compare them to the nutritional recommendations in place.

The questionnaire is divided into two parts:

• The first part, of public order, focused on sociodemographic characteristics, on the level of knowledge relative to vitamin C, dietary habits linked to its natural sources and on supplementation.
• The second part, addressed to pharmacists, to capture their opinion on the demand for vitamin C, their dispensing habits, and their knowledge about ignorance of patients on this subject.

The preliminary results provided a comprehensive overview of vitamin C consumption, revealing significant gaps between actual intakes and estimated needs. This survey highlighted the need for better nutritional education of the population and more active involvement of health professionals, particularly pharmacists, in promoting adequate consumption of this vitamin within the population.

 Keywords: Vitamin C; Acid Ascorbic; Effect Therapeutic; Supplementation

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