The Solgar Quercetin Complex with Ester-C Plus is a dietary supplement in plant capsules. The dose of two plant capsules provides 500mg quercetin, 500mg vitamin C in Ester-C form (L-ascorbic calcium), 50mg complex of citric bioflavonoids, 50mg wild rosehip fruit, 50mg acérola extract 4:1, 50mg bromelain (100 GDU) and 10mg rutin. The package contains 50 plant capsules.
It is aimed at adults who are looking for a combination of quercetin and vitamin C in one intake, rather than buying two separate products. The vegan composition makes it an option for those who avoid animal-derived ingredients.
Quercetin is a flavonoid, that is, a polyphenolic compound of the plant kingdom, and specifically belongs to the non-citrus bioflavonoids. In the diet we find it in onions, capers, apples with their skin, blueberries, tea and red wine, in quantities that vary greatly depending on the variety and the cooking method. In plants, these flavonoids play a role in coloration and in the plant's response to its environment, while in humans they are studied extensively as dietary components.
Quercetin does not have an approved health claim by the EFSA, so it is presented here as an ingredient in the formulation and not as a promise of effect. What has a substantiated statement in the formula is vitamin C, which is provided here as Ester-C, a form of L-ascorbic calcium with a neutral pH. Vitamin C, unlike flavonoids, has clear approved claims and in a dose of 500mg per two capsules it covers 625% of the reference daily intake, well above the limit required to justify its claims.
According to the product presentation by Solgar itself, the formula is linked to the following points:
The above statements are attributed to the manufacturer. Quercetin, bromelain and rutin do not have an approved health claim by the EFSA and remain the subject of research.
The formula has only one ingredient with approved claims, vitamin C, and around it a series of plant ingredients that are described only as to what they are.
It suits adults who want a high intake of vitamin C along with flavonoids in one dose. It suits those who prefer Ester-C, a neutral pH form, rather than plain ascorbic acid. It suits vegans and vegetarians, as the entire composition and capsule shell are plant-based. Finally, it suits those who want to simplify their routine by replacing two or three products with one.
Solgar Quercetin Complex is a dietary supplement. It does not replace medical diagnosis, monitoring or treatment, and is not intended for the prevention, treatment or cure of human disease, including allergic conditions.
Main ingredients per 2 plant capsules: Quercetin 500mg, Vitamin C (as Ester-C) 500mg (625% DV), Complex of Citric Bioflavonoids 50mg, Wild Rosehip Fruit 50mg, Acerola Extract (4:1) 50mg, Bromelain 50mg (100 GDU), Rutin 10mg.
Other ingredients: Plant capsule shell (hydroxypropylmethylcellulose), anti-caking agents (vegetable stearate, silicon dioxide, vegetable magnesium stearate), bulking agents (maltodextrin, microcrystalline cellulose).
Free of: starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, dairy, lactose, sweeteners, preservatives, artificial flavors or colors. Vegan and Kosher.
Form: plant capsules
Recommended dosage: for adults, 1 to 2 plant capsules per day, preferably with meals.
With 50 plant capsules per package, the duration is 50 days with one capsule per day or 25 days with two, that is, about one to two months of use. Note that the table of amounts refers to two capsules, so with one capsule you take half the amount of each ingredient. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, if you are on medication or if you have a health condition, consult your doctor or pharmacist before use. Special care is needed if you are on anticoagulant or antibiotic treatment, as bromelain may affect their action. Due to the calcium in the form of Ester-C, take a two-hour break from tetracycline and quinolone antibiotics. Keep the product in a cool, dry place, away from children.
It is a form of vitamin C as L-ascorbic calcium, with a neutral pH, that is less acidic than pure ascorbic acid.
The table refers to two capsules with 500mg of quercetin, so one capsule provides half this amount.
It is a mixture of proteolytic enzymes derived from pineapple and is stated with an enzyme strength of 100 GDU.
Yes. The composition is declared as vegan, with a plant capsule shell and plant extracts.
No such claim can be made. Quercetin does not have an approved health claim and the product does not replace medical treatment.
Note that two capsules already provide 500mg of vitamin C. Discuss your total intake with your pharmacist.
No. The manufacturer states the product as gluten-free, wheat-free, soy-free, dairy-free and lactose-free.
Preferably with meals. If you take two capsules, you can divide them into two meals.
* Health claims approved under Regulation (EC) 1924/2006. Quercetin, bromelain and rutin do not have an approved health claim by the EFSA. The references to their benefits are attributed to the manufacturer. The product is not intended for the prevention, treatment or cure of human disease.
** Information on the plant ingredients. The related health claims for botanicals are under evaluation by the EFSA.
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Tel: 800 116 80 68
Main ingredients per 2 plant capsules: Quercetin 500mg, Vitamin C (as Ester-C) 500mg (625% DV), Complex of Citric Bioflavonoids 50mg, Wild Rosehip Fruit 50mg, Acerola Extract (4:1) 50mg, Bromelain 50mg (100 GDU), Rutin 10mg.
Other ingredients: Plant capsule shell (hydroxypropylmethylcellulose), anti-caking agents (vegetable stearate, silicon dioxide, vegetable magnesium stearate), bulking agents (maltodextrin, microcrystalline cellulose).
Free of: starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, dairy, lactose, sweeteners, preservatives, artificial flavors or colors. Vegan and Kosher.
Form: vegetable capsules
Recommended dosage: for adults, 1 to 2 phytocapsules daily, preferably with meals.
With 50 phytocapsules per package, the duration is 50 days with one capsule daily or 25 days with two, approximately one to two months of use. Note that the table of quantities refers to two capsules, so with one capsule you take half the amount of each ingredient. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, if you are on medication or if you have a health problem, consult your doctor or pharmacist before use. Special care is needed if you are taking anticoagulant medication or antibiotics, as bromelain may affect their action. Due to the calcium of the Ester-C form, keep a two-hour distance from tetracycline and fluoroquinolone antibiotics. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, away from children.
