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Vitamin C Induced Periods

Vitamin C is otherwise called ascorbic acid, and it helps to induce period. Taking vitamin C rich foods in the diet helps to cause periods. Green pepper, citrus fruits, spinach, and broccoli are some foods that are rich in vitamin C. It increases the levels of estrogen and reduces the level of progesterone. This causes a contraction in the lining of the uterus, and the lining breaks down, causing menstruation in women.

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Can vitamin C induce periods?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 24 year old female. I am approximately 209 lbs weight. I am in need of emergency contraception due to failed birth control. I will be ovulating tomorrow, so I am at a high risk of unwanted pregnancy. I obtained and took a 1.5 mg dose of Levonorgestrel (Plan B pill); however I ha...  Read Full »

Dr. Sanjay Kumar Bhattacharyya

Dr. Sanjay Kumar Bhattacharyya

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Strictly speaking, vitamin C rarely can do so as evidenced in the history of medicine. These are myths and not true reality. As you are 209 lbs, there is a very rare chance of failure of emergency contraceptive pills in this weight. Otherwise, do another option. You...  Read Full »

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