Will taking 3000 MG of vitamin c tablets daily be detrimental to my health?

JadedGoth@lemmy.world to No Stupid Questions@lemmy.world – 21 points –

I love taking vitamin c tablets like candy throughout the day because I have an addiction to the tangy ones. I try not to go above 3000 MG although I know 2000 is the upper limit or something that someone should be taking at maximum. But I want to know if I keep my nasty vice going without hurting myself?

Edit: okay I’ve looked over the comments and hear you guys loud and clear. Cutting back to 1000mg a day and hopefully one day, down to just one pill. Thank you for the comments!

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https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/expert-answers/vitamin-c/faq-20058030

Although too much dietary vitamin C is unlikely to be harmful, large doses of vitamin C supplements might cause:

Diarrhea Nausea Vomiting Heartburn Stomach (abdominal) cramps Headache

Remember, for most people, a healthy diet provides enough vitamin C.

Thank you! Maybe I’ll cut back to having one day a week to indulge at 3000 mg and other days 2000.

Enjoy your kidney stones.
(passing one is reportedly one of the worst pains a human can experience, comparable to childbirth)