What do Vitamin C and Washing Machines have in common? Stay tuned. Today I had a “light Bulb” moment……actually it was more like an“AH HA” moment and it was all due to a washing machine. I was now on machine number three as replacement for previous models that weren’t working,(same brand) I asked for and finally received an in home technician visit. A very pleasant young man showed up, right on schedule! Side note………..a change from my experience with other “in house” service calls, which required me to devote my ENTIRE day from 9:00 to 6:00 to await their appearance. .but I digress.
Anyway, this young man did nothing to change the status quo regarding my machine but did share with me information that will change myfuture behavior. Now why is this interesting since I am a physician and today’ s topic is Vitamin C Read on…………
If what he says is correct, using dry detergent whether in my clothes washer or dish washer, was probably a waste of my time and money and useless According to him, once the powder is exposed to air, it loses its effectiveness because it is formulated to react with humidity in the air as well as to water in the machine.. Allegedly, that is why manufacturers advise the use only of HE (high efficiency) products. Among other things they are not supposed to react this way.
I learned sometime ago that Vitamin C has the same problem. It dissipates quickly upon contact to air or moisture. Therefore, fruits and juices that include levels of Vitamin C should be consumed within a short time of exposure. Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin and is vulnerable not only to air but heat as well. That is why it loses value when food is cooked or the container has been opened for any length of time.. Oh well……. another lesson learned…. and you,do you intake Vit C? how much……………what does it do for you ?
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