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Ingredients (2)
Vitamin C
100%Dose
250 mg
Target
250–2000 mg
Form
Budget
Calcium
140 mgTrace amount — not scored
Other Ingredients (6)
MaltodextrinBinder
Spikes blood sugar faster than table sugar (glycemic index 85–105). Research links it to gut bacteria changes that may promote intestinal inflammation (Nickerson et al. 2015). Used as a cheap filler — adds nothing beneficial.
Silicon DioxideAnti-caking
Fine silica powder used to prevent clumping
Carnauba WaxCoating
Hard plant wax from the carnauba palm used to glaze gummies and tablets
Microcrystalline CelluloseBinder
Plant-derived cellulose used as a binder and filler in supplements
Croscarmellose SodiumDisintegrant
Cross-linked cellulose derivative used as a superdisintegrant
Stearic AcidLubricant
Saturated fatty acid used as tablet lubricant
How to Take It
Take it anytime
Plain ascorbic acid is acidic — high doses can bite on an empty stomach. Take it with food if that happens, and split doses above ~500 mg.
With or without food
On the label
Take one (1) tablet daily with any meal for maximum daily results, or as directed by your healthcare provider. Do not exceed recommended dosage.
General guidance based on the ingredients, not a substitute for the label or your doctor.
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$9.99
Cheaper than 85% of 375 vitamin C supplements
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Sources & Scoring
Nutrient data (RDA, UL, and safety thresholds) sourced from: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements and National Academies Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI).
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare provider before making changes to your supplement routine.
The score analyzes what's on the label: ingredient doses vs. clinical ranges, chemical forms, evidence levels, and known interactions. It does not verify label accuracy or test for contaminants — for that, look for third-party certifications like USP or NSF.