The Solgar Ester-C 1000mg is a dietary supplement in tablets, with 1000mg of Vitamin C per tablet, which is 1250% of the Reference Dietary Intake, in Ester-C form, that is L-ascorbic calcium. The composition is supplemented with 200mg of a citric bioflavonoid complex, 25mg of rutin, 25mg of wild rosehip fruits and 25mg of acerola extract. The package contains 60 tablets.
It is aimed at adults who want a high daily dose of Vitamin C but have trouble with the acidity of classic ascorbic acid, as well as those looking for a formula that accompanies the vitamin with the bioflavonoids that coexist with it in fruits.
According to the product presentation by Solgar, it is a highly absorbable Vitamin C in Ester-C form, with the following points:
The above formulations are attributed to the producer. The comparative claim for a 24-hour duration of stay is not an approved health claim at EU level, while for the herbal components of the composition the EFSA assessment is pending.
The only ingredient of the formula with approved claims is Vitamin C, and the dose of 1000mg is many times the limit required to qualify for them:
The citric bioflavonoids, rutin, wild rosehip fruits and acerola are herbal ingredients, for which there is no approved health claim and are described here only as part of the composition.** The product is declared to be free of sugar, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, dairy, preservatives, sweeteners, artificial flavors or colors, and is suitable for vegans.
It suits adults with a sensitive stomach who have tried high doses of classic Vitamin C and felt discomfort. It suits those who want to cover their needs with one tablet a day, without splitting the dose into many intakes. It is a reasonable choice for people in periods of increased exertion or fatigue, as well as for those who follow a vegetarian diet and take iron of plant origin, which is better absorbed in the presence of Vitamin C.
The product is a dietary supplement and does not replace a medical diagnosis, examination or treatment.
Main ingredients: Per 1 tablet, Vitamin C (as Ester-C, L-Ascorbic Calcium) 1000mg (1250% RDI), Citric Bioflavonoid Complex 200mg, Rutin 25mg, Wild Rosehip Fruits (Rosa canina) 25mg, Acerola Fruit Extract (Malpighia glabra) 4:1 25mg.
Other ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose, dibasic phosphate, hydroxypropyl cellulose, silicon dioxide, vegetable stearic acid, vegetable stearate magnesium, gum cellulose with crosslinked cellulose, hydroxypropylmethyl cellulose, vegetable glycerine from palm kernel oil and coconut oil.
Free of: Sugar, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, dairy, preservatives, sweeteners, artificial flavors or colors. Suitable for vegans.
Form: Tablets.
Recommended dosage: One (1) tablet daily for adults, preferably with a meal.
With one tablet a day, the 60 tablet package is sufficient for 60 days, that is two months. Do not exceed the recommended daily dosage. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
In pregnancy, lactation or under medical treatment, consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. Since the form contains calcium, keep a two-hour gap from tetracycline and quinolone antibiotics. People with a history of kidney stones or kidney failure should consult their doctor before taking high doses of Vitamin C. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, away from children.
It is the form of L-ascorbic calcium, that is Vitamin C bound with calcium. This salt is not acidic, which is why it is characterized as mild for the stomach.
The 1000mg corresponds to 1250% of the Reference Dietary Intake. Vitamin C is water-soluble and the excess is excreted by the body.
They are polyphenols of citrus fruits that naturally coexist with Vitamin C in fruits. They do not have an approved health claim and are mentioned here as part of the composition.
Yes, and in fact Vitamin C increases iron absorption. Just be careful with the distance from certain antibiotics, due to the calcium contained in the form.
Sixty days, with one tablet a day from the 60 contained in the jar.
In two points, in the non-acidic form of ascorbic calcium and in the presence of bioflavonoids, rutin, wild rosehip and acerola next to the vitamin.
Yes. The formulations are of plant origin and the product is declared suitable for vegans.
* Health claims approved under Regulation (EC) 1924/2006. The product is not intended for the prevention, treatment or cure of a human disease.
** Information on the herbal ingredients. The related health claims for botanicals are under assessment by the EFSA.
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Main ingredients: Per 1 tablet, Vitamin C (as Ester-C, L-Ascorbic Calcium) 1000mg (1250% RDI), Citric Bioflavonoid Complex 200mg, Rutin 25mg, Wild Rosehip Fruits (Rosa canina) 25mg, Acerola Fruit Extract (Malpighia glabra) 4:1 25mg.
Other ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose, dibasic phosphate, hydroxypropyl cellulose, silicon dioxide, vegetable stearic acid, vegetable stearate magnesium, gum cellulose with crosslinked cellulose, hydroxypropylmethyl cellulose, vegetable glycerine from palm kernel oil and coconut oil.
Free of: Sugar, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, dairy, preservatives, sweeteners, artificial flavors or colors. Suitable for vegans.
Form: Tablets.
Recommended dosage: One (1) tablet daily for adults, preferably with a meal.
With one tablet per day, the 60 tablet package is sufficient for 60 days, i.e., two months. Do not exceed the recommended daily dosage. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
If pregnant, nursing, or on medication, consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. Because the form contains calcium, keep a two-hour gap from tetracycline and quinoline antibiotics. People with a history of kidney stones or kidney insufficiency should consult their doctor before taking high doses of vitamin C. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, away from children.
