Vitamin C is a very important antioxidant for anyone with CHD (Coronary Heart Disease). It is a water-soluble vitamin which means that any unused quantity will be excreted from the body through urination. Therefore, it must be consumed each day. Taking vitamin C after a high-fat meal has been shown to reverse vasoconstriction, or narrowing of blood vessels, after the meal. Sources for vitamin C include all citrus fruits, tomatoes, cabbage and all green leafy vegetables. Cooking can destroy vitamin C, so it is best if the body takes in this vitamin through raw foods or in the form of vitamin supplements. The recommended daily allowance for vitamin C is 60 mg but many experts advise taking in quite a bit more, which is definitely recommended for women who are pregnant or breast-feeding, smokers, or someone with an injury that is healing. Vitamin C is usually nontoxic but excessive quantities can cause stomach-bloating, diarrhea, and possibly an increase in kidney stone problems. Another important antioxidant for good heart health is vitamin E.

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