Description
For anyone who has had enough of orange, Jamieson makes its 500 mg chewable in a white peach flavour. The formula is the same as the orange version; only the taste changes.
What the label says
- Family friendly for ages 4 and up, according to the brand.
- Supports immune health, collagen production and absorption of iron from plants.
- Helps develop and maintain bones and teeth.
- No artificial colours or flavours.
- Non-GMO, gluten-free, lactose-free, no artificial preservatives.
Who it may suit
Picky eaters, kids who refuse citrus flavours and adults who want something milder than orange may get on better with peach. Because the dose is the same as the orange version, switching flavours does not change how many tablets a child should take.
How it compares
Same 500 mg dose as the Tangy Orange family size, in a smaller 120-count bottle, which makes it a good way to test the flavour before buying bigger. Jamieson’s Canadian products list an NPN on the bottle.
A chewable is a useful bridge for kids who are not ready to swallow pills. Keep the bottle in a high cupboard, give the tablet yourself rather than leaving it within reach, and talk to your pharmacist if your child already takes a multivitamin containing vitamin C.
Tips for taking vitamin C
For children, follow the age directions on the label and keep the bottle out of reach, because chewables and gummies can look like candy. Upper limits are lower for kids: about 400 mg a day at ages 1 to 3, 650 mg at 4 to 8 and 1,200 mg at 9 to 13, according to Health Canada and the NIH; adults should stay under 2,000 mg. Taking it after a meal helps a sensitive stomach, and a pharmacist can advise if your child has kidney problems or takes medication.
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