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Dairy-Free
Eco Friendly
Egg-Free
Fish/Shellfish Free
Gluten-Free
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Halal Certified
Preservatives Free
Soy-Free
Starch Free
Sugar-Free
Vegan
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Overview
Brand
NOW Foods
Item #
1237
UPC #
0647865904038
Ship Weight
0.15 Lb(s)
Servings
100
Dosage
1 Capsule(s)
Description
NOW Foods Vitamin C is perhaps the most popular vitamin known to man. NOW Foods Vitamin C is consumed in a supplemental form by millions of people across the world for its antioxidant properties, which are well-documented in medical research. NOW Foods Calcium Ascorbate is an optimal nutritional supplement that combines Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) with Calcium Carbonate. By combining these two dietary ingredients, NOW Foods has created a buffered source of Vitamin C that will not contribute to gastric irritation in sensitive persons.From the FDA's website: "Some scientific evidence suggests that consumption of antioxidant vitamins may reduce the risk of certain forms of cancer. However, FDA has determined that this evidence is limited and not conclusive."
- Antioxidant Protection
- Calcium Ascorbate-C
- Buffered, Non-Acidic
- With Bioflavonoids
- Halal & Kosher
- Vegan & Vegetarian
- Free of Dairy, Egg, Gluten, Nut & Soy
Calcium Ascorbate is a buffered salt (mineral) form of the water-soluble antioxidant Vitamin C (ascorbic acid). Calcium is reacted with ascorbic acid to buffer the acidic nature of this vitamin, making it more gentle for the special needs of those who may have a sensitive gastrointestinal tract. The pH of this buffered mineral Ascorbate is approximately 6.8~7.4 as compared to ascorbic acid that is about a pH of 2.5. Calcium Ascorbate provides approximately 10% elemental calcium.
What does Calcium Ascorbate do?
Ascorbate (vitamin C) is a reducing sugar (has a reactive ene-diol structure) that is involved in biochemical processes such as hydroxylation of proline and lysine utilized in the formation of collagen and healthy connective tissue. A deficiency in Ascorbate results in a disease called scurvy which manifests as weakened collagen fibers, rotting teeth, delayed healing and open sores on the skin. Ascorbate is involved in many other vital functions such as the mobilization of iron, stimulation of immune system and as an anti-oxidant for scavenging of reactive free radicals.
Is this a necessary vitamin or can our bodies make enough to satisfy our needs?
Many plants and animals do not need to consume foods high in ascorbic acid to meet their need for Vitamin C because they are genetically programmed to produce enzymes that convert glucose into ascorbic acid. Unfortunately humans have only 3 of the 4 enzymes necessary for internal production of ascorbic acid, therefore we must satisfy our physical needs for this important vitamin through our intake of foods rich in vitamin C and/or take a good supplement.
What is the function of the Citrus Bioflavonoids?
Bioflavonoids are biologically active Flavonoid compounds found throughout the entire plant kingdom. Since the discovery of Flavonoids in 1936 when they were first isolated from lemons and called citrin and Vitamin P over 4,000 different types have been characterized. Though there are several forms of Bioflavonoids in the complex the predominant form is Hesperidin. These Flavonoids exhibit beneficial effects on capillary permeability and therefore support blood flow. They are antioxidants that work synergistically with Vitamin C.
Why are there color variations in your different Vitamin C products, and are they safe to take?
Most natural Vitamin C products vary in color from batch to batch and bottle to bottle. There are normally variations in the color of the raw material used during manufacturing, which is a normal occurrence. This is due to natural color variations in the source of the Vitamin C generally, you will find C supplements to range in color from a light tan color to a light gray color.
Can I pour the powder in NOW Vitamin C capsules into a liquid instead of swallowing the capsule?
Many people do not want to or cannot swallow capsules, tablets or softgels, for various reasons. Encapsulated Vitamin C products from NOW can be opened and dumped into a liquid for consumption. Juice or water is recommended if you choose this method. However, taking Vitamin C with water on an empty stomach is the recommended method of ingestion. NOW does not recommend trying this method with Vitamin C in tablet form, although you can grind or smash a tablet into powder form and add to water or juice. If you choose to do this, use a mortar and pestle for best results and minimal loss of product. Why go through the trouble when NOW carries Vitamin C in a powdered form already. Save yourself time and trouble by ordering this form instead.
Suggested Use
As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule 1 to 3 times daily, preferably with meals.
Ingredients
| NOW Foods - Vitamin C-500 Calcium Ascorbate - 100 Veg Capsule | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Other Ingredients: Hypromellose (cellulose capsule), Microcrystalline Cellulose and Stearic Acid (vegetable source). Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Warnings
For adults only. Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children. Natural color variation may occur in this product.
Please discard the inedible freshness packet enclosed. Store in a cool, dry place after opening.
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Feb 15, 2022
Great supplement
Love that it’s a lozenge. Good taste so no arguments from the teenager taking them😊
Jan 28, 2021
Very rough
Well, health wise I’m assuming they do what they are supposed to do but calling them a ‘lozenge’ is a stretch. After the first one (directions say to let it dissolve, do not chew) my mouth got sore. Those things are ROUGH!!! I ended up dissolving them in boiling water (not an easy task) just to get them useable.
Needless to say, after a week or so I quit using. They need to be smoother and actually have the ability to dissolve.
Needless to say, after a week or so I quit using. They need to be smoother and actually have the ability to dissolve.
Purchased on Jan 5, 2021
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trying a new brand of zinc lozenge
Good for colds etc..