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C-500 Chewable - Orange
by NOW Foods - Vitamins
100 Lozenges
Outstanding Antioxidant and Immune Boosting Properties*
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C-500 Orange Chewables by NOW are pleasant tasting, convenient and guaranteed to provide you with 500 mg of the highest quality Vitamin C available. Vitamin C, known for its outstanding antioxidant and immune boosting properties, continues to be the one of the most popular and consumed vitamins anywhere in the world. To increase the quality and effectiveness of our formula, we’ve included Acerola and Citrus Bioflavonoids.*
From the FDA's website: "Some scientific evidence suggests that consumption of antioxidant vitamins may reduce the risk of certain forms of cancer. However, FDA has determined that this evidence is limited and not conclusive." *
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Supplement Facts
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| One (1) Vegetarian Lozenge Contains: |
Amount Per Serving |
| Calories | 5 |
| Total Carbohydrates | 1.8 g |
| Sugar Alcohol | 1.7 g |
Vitamin C
(ascorbic acid and sodium ascorbate) | 500 mg |
| Acerola (Malpighia glabra L.) | 5 mg |
Citrus Bioflavonoids
(37% Total Bioflavonoids as Hesperidin) | 50 mg |
| Sodium | 30 mg |
| Orange Juice Powder | 100 mg |
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| Xylitol, Stearic Acid (Vegetable Source), Sorbitol, Silica, Natural Flavors, Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source), Cellulose, Beta Carotene, Contains no salt, starch, yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, shellfish or preservatives. |
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| As a dietary supplement, chew one (1) tablet, one to two times (1-2x) daily, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner. |
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| Cold, Immune Deficiency, Vitamin Deficiency |
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| Endocrine, Gland, Immune System |
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| Blah, Burnt Out, Complacent |
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Is this a necessary vitamin or can our bodies make enough to satisfy our needs? Many plants and animals do not need to consume foods high in ascorbic acid to meet their need for Vitamin C because they are genetically programmed to produce enzymes that convert glucose into ascorbic acid. Unfortunately humans have only 3 of the 4 enzymes necessary for internal production of ascorbic acid, therefore we must satisfy our physical needs for this important vitamin through our intake of foods rich in vitamin C and/or take a good supplement.
What is the function of the Citrus Bioflavonoids? Bioflavonoids are biologically active Flavonoid compounds found throughout the entire plant kingdom. Since the discovery of Flavonoids in 1936 when they were first isolated from lemons and called citrin and Vitamin P over 4,000 different types have been characterized. Though there are several forms of Bioflavonoids in the complex the predominant form is Hesperidin. These Flavonoids exhibit beneficial effects on capillary permeability and therefore support blood flow. They are antioxidants that work synergistically with Vitamin C.
Why are there color variations in your different Vitamin C products, and are they safe to take? Most natural Vitamin C products vary in color from batch to batch and bottle to bottle. There are normally variations in the color of the raw material used during manufacturing, which is a normal occurrence. This is due to natural color variations in the source of the Vitamin C – generally, you will find C supplements to range in color from a light tan color to a light gray color. Over the course of the shelf-life of a Vitamin C supplement, oxidation can cause a slight change in color, so you may find the light tan C-1000 you bought has changed to a darker tan six months later. This is a normal occurrence, and the product is safe to use up until the expiration date, and even beyond. NOW® is generally conservative with expiration dates, so a Vitamin C product is still safe after the date, it just may not be as effective due to oxidation. |
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Why take vitamin and mineral supplements? Supplements may help healthy people for a number of reasons. They can help prevent vitamin and mineral deficiencies when the diet is not adequate to provide all necessary nutrients. They can also provide amounts of nutrients larger than the diet can provide. Larger amounts of some nutrients may help to protect against future disease.* |
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 Raw Materials Superior supplements begin with superior raw materials. As the foundation that supports our line of quality products, NOW tests raw materials for contaminants, heavy metals, pesticides and fillers. Our philosophy remains unfaltering; we always start with the purest, freshest raw materials to ensure that the finished product is the best it can be. By partnering with some of the most trusted names in the industry including Lonza, PL Thomas, Cyanotech, Inter-Health, Hoffman LaRoche, Sabinsa and others, NOW is proud to provide unadulterated natural products that are safe, potent and true to their claim. -
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Pure, Fresh Raw Materials, Always Good Manufacturing Practices NOW's commitment to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) is evident in everything we do. As one of the first companies to receive GMP certification from the NNFA, in addition to being one of the very few to maintain a consistent 'A' rating, we've remained steadfast in our commitment to good manufacturing practices. Our clean, controlled and technologically advanced production facility is regularly inspected by the Food and Drug Administration, and has been certified organic by Quality Assurance International. - Longstanding NNFA GMP "A" Rating
- FDA Inspected
- Organic Certification by QAI
- Clean, Modern, Controlled Production Facility
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Our Price: $5.46
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