Andrew Huberman

    Andrew Huberman on Vitamin C

    3 episodes · 4 references · 2024

    AI-generated summary

    - Huberman suggests 500–1,000 mg of vitamin C to support collagen synthesis and skin appearance, and notes a couple hundred milligrams paired with collagen may improve skin. - He cites 6,000–8,000 mg/day as a potential strategy to shorten cold duration, but cautions this dose causes significant gastric distress in most people. - No mention of long-term supplementation, specific brands, or personal daily use — references are situational, not part of his core stack.

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    How to Take It (3)
    Best practiceVitamin C1:11:33

    “That whole process can be augmented through ingestion of 500 to 1,000 milligrams of Vitamin C as well.”

    How to Improve Skin Health & Appearance

    Best practiceVitamin C1:44:07

    “Taking 6 to 8 grams, that's 6,000 to 8,000 milligrams of vitamin C per day, can perhaps delay the onset of a cold or shorten the duration of a cold.”

    How to Prevent & Treat Colds & Flu

    Best practiceVitamin C3:46:48

    “Regular consumption of collagen... with a little bit of vitamin C, a couple hundred milligrams of vitamin C... seemed to improve skin appearance.”

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