Solgar Ester-C Plus 1000mg Vitamin C 90 Capsules
Solgar Ester-C Plus 1000mg Vitamin C 90 Capsules
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Description
Solgar Ester-C Plus 1000mg Vitamin C 90 Capsules provide 1000mg of vitamin C per capsule, in the Ester-C® (calcium L-ascorbate) form, alongside citrus bioflavonoids, rutin, hesperidin and acerola extract. Because Ester-C uses calcium ascorbate rather than plain ascorbic acid, it offers a non-acidic way to take a high daily dose of vitamin C.
Key Features
- Ester-C® non-acidic formula: Provides 1000mg of vitamin C as calcium L-ascorbate (Ester-C®) rather than plain ascorbic acid, giving a non-acidic way to take a high daily dose.
- Supports immune function and more: Vitamin C contributes to normal immune function, normal collagen formation, protection of cells from oxidative stress, and reduced tiredness and fatigue.
- Citrus bioflavonoids and plant extracts: Formulated with citrus bioflavonoid complex, rutin, hesperidin complex and acerola fruit extract alongside the vitamin C.
- Free from sugar, salt and starch: Contains none of these common additives.
- Three-month supply: 90 capsules provide a three-month supply at the recommended one-a-day dose.
How much vitamin C is in each capsule, and is 1000mg too much?
Each capsule provides 1000mg of vitamin C. The NHS advises that taking less than 1000mg of vitamin C supplements a day is unlikely to cause harm, while taking more than 1000mg a day can cause stomach pain, diarrhoea and flatulence. Do not exceed the recommended dose of one capsule daily.
Is this product suitable for vegans or vegetarians?
No. The capsule shell is made from bovine gelatine, so this product is not suitable for vegans or vegetarians.
Can I take this if I am pregnant, breastfeeding, or on medication?
Speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product if you are pregnant, trying to conceive, breastfeeding, or taking other medicines, including aspirin, as combining aspirin with high-dose vitamin C may increase the risk of stomach irritation.
Does vitamin C help the body absorb iron?
Yes. Vitamin C contributes to increased iron absorption, so it may be useful when taken alongside iron-rich foods or an iron supplement.
Ingredients
Active ingredient: Vitamin C (as Ester-C®, calcium L-ascorbate) 1000mg per capsule.
Other ingredients: Citrus bioflavonoid complex; bulking agent (maltodextrin); anti-caking agent (vegetable magnesium stearate); rutin; hesperidin complex; acerola fruit powdered extract (4:1); capsule shell: gelatine (bovine).
Additional information: The capsule shell contains bovine gelatine, so this product is not suitable for vegans or vegetarians. It is free from sugar, salt and starch.
Usage and Instructions
Take one capsule daily, preferably with a meal, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner. Do not exceed the recommended dose.
Warnings
Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. The following precautions apply:
- Do not exceed the recommended dose of one capsule daily.
- If you are pregnant, trying to conceive, breastfeeding, or taking other medicines, speak to your doctor or pharmacist before use.
- If you take aspirin, taking it together with high-dose vitamin C may increase the risk of stomach irritation.
Side Effects
Vitamin C is generally well tolerated at the recommended dose. The NHS notes that taking more than 1000mg of vitamin C a day, the amount in this product's daily capsule, can cause stomach pain, diarrhoea and flatulence.
