Description
Regenerlife is Natural Factors’ healthy-aging range, and its vitamin C differs from the regular liposomal softgel in two ways: the vitamin C is calcium ascorbate, a pH-neutral form, and citrus bioflavonoids are added to the blend.
Who it may suit
This one suits people who like spreading their intake over the day, since the serving is built from three smaller softgels. Those who react to acidic forms may also prefer calcium ascorbate. If you watch calcium intake, factor it into your daily total.
What the label says
- Each softgel supplies 500 mg of liposomal vitamin C as calcium ascorbate, which the brand calls easier on the stomach.
- Citrus bioflavonoids are included in the formula.
- Collagen formation for bones, skin, cartilage, teeth and gums is the main label claim.
- Adult dose: 3 softgels daily.
- ISURA verified clean; non-GMO, gluten free, formulated and packaged in B.C.
How it compares
At the full dose you get 1,500 mg a day, more than the 1,000 mg serving of the standard Natural Factors liposomal softgel. A 120-count bottle at three a day is 40 days. Taking only one or two softgels is an option to discuss with a practitioner if you want a lower amount. Check the NPN on the bottle image on Amazon.ca.
When weighing a liposomal format against a cheaper capsule, look at three things on the label: milligrams of vitamin C per serving, the number of servings in the bottle and the form of vitamin C used (ascorbic acid, sodium ascorbate or calcium ascorbate). Those figures tell you more than marketing terms do.
Tips for taking vitamin C
A few practical points: food in the stomach usually makes vitamin C gentler, and two smaller servings tend to sit better than one big one. The general ceiling is 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; above that, digestive upset becomes more likely. Anyone prone to kidney stones, or on regular medication, should check with a pharmacist before starting.
General information, not medical advice. As an Amazon Associate, VitaminC.one earns from qualifying purchases.
