Vitamin C is uniquely suited to kill pathogens, neutralize toxins, build collagen, and boost the activity of the immune system. Vitamin C has antioxidant, antiviral, and antihistaminic properties. In high doses, it also has pro-oxidant, anti-cancer properties. It is often used as an adjunct in cancer treatment, as an alternative to antibiotic therapy, and for its wound healing properties. The published literature pertaining to vitamin C is prolific, especially in the areas of detoxification, infectious disease, and cancer treatment.