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It’s good for your heart and skin, and now U.K. scientists have found that vitamin C may help you avoid diabetes, too. In their study, participants who ate about 5 servings of fruits and vegetables a day were 62 percent less likely to develop diabetes than those who consumed about 3 servings. A likely reason: “Vitamin C may help prevent oxidative stress.’ says study coauthor Nita Forouhi, Ph.D. That’s important because oxidative stress can disrupt your body’s ability to process carbs, leading to high blood sugar. Stock up on the foods that contain some of the highest amounts of C: citrus fruits, red peppers, strawberries, tomatoes, and broccoli.

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