Description
Sometimes the simplest version is what you want: Pure Encapsulations’ ascorbic acid is just vitamin C in a capsule, at 1,000 mg each, from a brand that builds its reputation on leaving out common allergens and unnecessary additives.
How it compares
One capsule equals 1,000 mg, the same as the CanPrev 1,000 mg capsule. Note that the top of the brand’s suggested range (four capsules) is 4,000 mg, double the general adult upper limit, so that level should only be used with professional advice. With 250 capsules, one a day lasts more than eight months, which usually means good value per serving. The listing does not show an NPN; check the product images.
Swallowable capsules and caplets remain the most economical way to buy vitamin C, mainly because they pack a lot of vitamin C into little space. The main things that separate them are the form of vitamin C, whether it is buffered, the fillers used and whether the product carries a Canadian NPN.
What the label says
- 1,000 mg of vitamin C per capsule.
- Ascorbic acid is presented as an antioxidant that supports the body’s natural defences.
- The brand mentions support for normal cellular function.
- Suggested use: 1 capsule, 1 to 4 times daily, with meals.
- Free from common allergens, artificial or unnecessary ingredients, and GMOs.
Who it may suit
People with food sensitivities who read every ingredient line, and those who want straightforward ascorbic acid without flavours or blends, are the natural audience here.
Tips for taking vitamin C
If plain vitamin C upsets your stomach, take it with a meal. Splitting a larger amount into a morning and an evening dose is a common way to make it easier to tolerate. Keep your total from all sources under 2,000 mg a day for adults, the tolerable upper intake level set out by Health Canada and the U.S. National Institutes of Health. People with a history of kidney stones should be cautious with high-dose vitamin C, and a pharmacist can check it against any medication you take.
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