Rethinking Vitamin C: Enhancing Health Through the Terrain Theory Welcome healthy friends! In today's episode, I dive deep into the role of vitamin C in the body, challenging the conventional perspective most of us have always believed. We'll explore how vitamin C helps to detoxify and cleanse the body, rather than just boosting the immune system. I also contrast the germ theory with the terrain theory, emphasizing how the body's natural systems clean up waste. Join me as we unravel the truth behind vitamin C, its sources, and its actual impact on our health. Whether it's from food or high-quality supplements, understanding the right kind of vitamin C can make a significant difference. Let's rethink vitamin C together! 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:24 The Truth About Vitamin C 01:18 Food Sources vs. Supplements 02:04 Plant Anti-Nutrients and Absorption 06:51 Germ Theory vs. Terrain Theory 09:02 Vitamin C and Detoxification 18:24 The Best Vitamin C Supplements 20:15 Impact of Sugar on Vitamin C Absorption 22:44 Debunking Polyphenols: The Anti-Nutrient Debate 23:19 Hunter-Gatherer Diets and Scurvy: A Historical Perspective 23:58 Vitamin C Bioavailability: Meat vs. Plant Sources 29:22 The Role of Vitamin C in Collagen Production 31:29 The Importance of Grass-Fed Animals for Vitamin C 37:41 Vitamin C and Health: Addressing Common Illnesses 40:11 Rethinking Germ Theory: The Terrain is Everything 41:08 Final Thoughts and Listener Engagement