Vitamin C, or ascorbic acid is needed for a healthy immune system, healthy bones, teeth and gums as well as helping to maintain normal blood fat and cholesterol levels. In addition to being an antioxidant in its own right, vitamin C facilitates the body in recycling other antioxidants.
Vitamin C, being one of the fragile water soluble nutrients, is highly unstable and easily destroyed by heat and light, and it is not always possible to be sure how much is taken in the diet. Our daily requirement for it is higher than for any other water soluble vitamin.
However due to its acidity, vitamin C may cause slight gastric upset in those with very sensitive stomachs. This product provides vitamin C in the form of calcium ascorbate, a non-acidic compound that is believed to be gentler on the stomach.
Up to 2g of vitamin C can be taken using this product (4 tablets), and if this amount is being consumed we recommend that the tablets are taken spread out through the day.
Each tablet also provides over 70mg of calcium, which can make a valuable contribution to an individual's calcium intake, particularly if they are taking several tablets per day.
Allergen advice
See presentation section for ingredients listed in bold.
The following list of allergens are excluded: Wheat, Barley, Soya, Eggs, Milk (and milk products), Lactose, Nuts, Sulphites, Celery, Fish, Shellfish, Yeast and Gluten containing ingredients.
Cautions
None known at recommended usage.
Storage instructions
To be stored in a cool dry place and protected from light.
Legal Category
Food supplement.
Non-acidic formulation. A clear coated yellow oval tablet.
Each tablet delivers:
Vitamin C | 500mg | Calcium | 77mg |
Tableted With:
Calcium Ascorbate (providing Vitamin C and Calcium), Bulking Agent (Cellulose), Calcium Carbonate, Anticaking Agents (Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate & Stearic Acid), Modified Starch, Stabiliser (Hydroxypropyl Cellulose), Tablet Coating (Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Glycerol).
Disintegration Time
Less than 1 hour.
Suitable for vegetarians and vegans.