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Vitamin C in Human Milk vs. Fruits/Vegetables: Nutritional Comparison for Infants

Human milk provides adequate vitamin C for term infants (~40–60 mg/L), but is not the richest dietary source.

Comparison (per 100 g)

Context

Infant requirement: 40 mg/day (0–6 mo); 50 mg/day (7–12 mo).
Exclusive breastfeeding meets needs (volume ~750 mL/day → 30–45 mg).
Maternal diet influences milk content (saturation ~100–150 mg/day intake).
Complementary foods (after 6 mo) should include vitamin C-rich fruits/veggies.

Human milk's bioavailability is high; its vitamin C also enhances iron absorption.

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Food	Vitamin C (mg)
Human Milk	4–6
Orange	53
Red Bell Pepper	128
Kiwi	93
Strawberries	59
Broccoli	89
Guava	228