Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Packet (8.8 g)
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Calories
30
Total Carbohydrate
7 g
3%†
Total Sugars
5 g
*
Includes 5 g Added Sugars
9%†
Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid, zinc ascorbate)
1,000 mg
1,111%
Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol)
25 mcg (1,000 IU)
125%
Thiamin (as thiamine hydrochloride (Vit. B1))
0.36 mg
30%
Riboflavin (as riboflavin-5'-phosphate (Vit. B2))
0.39 mg
30%
Niacin (Vit. B3)
4.5 mg
28%
Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine hydrochloride)
10 mg
588%
Folate (Vit. B9)
167 mcg DFE (100 mcg Folic Acid)
42%
Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin)
25 mcg
1,042%
Pantothenic Acid (as calcium pantothenate (Vit. B5))
2.5 mg
50%
Calcium (as calcium carbonate, monobasic calcium phoshate, tribasic calcium phosphate, calcium pantothenate)
50 mg
4%
Phosphorus (as monobasic potassium phosphate, monobasic calcium phosphate, monobasic sodium phosphate, tribasic calcium phosphate)
38 mg
3%
Magnesium (as magnesium hydroxide, magnesium carbonate)
53 mg
13%
Zinc (as zinc ascorbate)
10 mg
91%
Manganese (as manganese gluconate)
0.5 mg
22%
Chromium (as chromium picolinate)
10 mcg
29%
Sodium (as sodium bicarbonate, monobasic sodium phosphate)
60 mg
3%
Potassium (as potassium bicarbonate, potassium carbonate, monobasic potassium phosphate)
200 mg
4%
BetaVia® 1,3 beta glucan (Euglena gracilis) from algae
200 mg
*
The product is found useful for the following medical conditions
Flu details
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 5 Researches
7.2
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 7 Reviews
8.6
8
We examined the effects of vitamin C on pneumonia caused by the influenza virus, specifically the H1N1 strain, in mice under stress. The study found that when exposed to restraint stress, the mice experienced increased mortality and more severe pneumonia symptoms.
However, by giving them oral vitamin C at doses of 125 and 250 mg/kg, we observed a significant reduction in these severe outcomes. Vitamin C seemed to modulate the expression of certain genes related to the immune response, such as MAVS and IRF3, and increased the expression of NF-κB, which plays a key role in the body's antiviral defense.
Our research suggested that vitamin C's protective effects might stem from its ability to inhibit excess cortisol production in the adrenal gland, which is often elevated due to stress. By lowering cortisol levels, vitamin C may help reduce susceptibility to influenza infections, making it a potential ally during the flu season, especially for those experiencing stress.
Through these findings, we highlighted a new mechanism for how vitamin C can be beneficial during influenza infections, particularly for those who are feeling overwhelmed.
However, by giving them oral vitamin C at doses of 125 and 250 mg/kg, we observed a significant reduction in these severe outcomes. Vitamin C seemed to modulate the expression of certain genes related to the immune response, such as MAVS and IRF3, and increased the expression of NF-κB, which plays a key role in the body's antiviral defense.
Our research suggested that vitamin C's protective effects might stem from its ability to inhibit excess cortisol production in the adrenal gland, which is often elevated due to stress. By lowering cortisol levels, vitamin C may help reduce susceptibility to influenza infections, making it a potential ally during the flu season, especially for those experiencing stress.
Through these findings, we highlighted a new mechanism for how vitamin C can be beneficial during influenza infections, particularly for those who are feeling overwhelmed.
9
Prevention during travel
Most Useful Review
24 people found this helpful
Love this product! For years, my partner and I became ill after travelling, often developing upper respiratory issues. After taking Emergen-C Immune Plus before our last two trips, we didn’t get sick at all. I wasn't keen on the fizziness, but letting it settle made it easier to drink. We used to take vitamin C, but something in this blend evidently did the trick, keeping us well while others fell ill with colds and flu.
Sore Throat details
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 3 Reviews
8.5
9
Quick symptom relief
Most Useful Review
6 people found this helpful
EMERGEN-C does exactly what it claims—great taste and price. I ordered this in late October due to a bad cold. It arrived quickly, and surprisingly, within 24 hours, my symptoms (sore throat, body aches, and sinus pressure) had significantly improved. I've tried other supplements in pill form with no effect. EMERGEN-C SUPER ORANGE works wonders. I highly recommend it!
Cold Sores details
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 3 Researches
8.3
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.4
9
We investigated how an ascorbic acid-based solution could help treat recurrent cold sores, also known as mucocutaneous herpes. This study was carefully designed as a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial, which helps ensure the results are reliable and trustworthy.
Participants used a strong solution of Ascoxal, rich in vitamin C, applied to their cold sores multiple times on the first day of the outbreak. We monitored various symptoms daily, including the severity of scabs, redness, and blisters, comparing the experiences of those using the vitamin C solution to a placebo group.
Our findings were promising: the active treatment resulted in fewer days with scabbing and less severe symptoms overall. Moreover, those using the vitamin C solution showed reduced persistence of scabs compared to the placebo group, along with a lower frequency of detected herpes virus after treatment.
In conclusion, this brief course of vitamin C treatment appears to have significant clinical benefits against cold sores, opening the door for future research on more extensive and frequent treatment regimes.
Participants used a strong solution of Ascoxal, rich in vitamin C, applied to their cold sores multiple times on the first day of the outbreak. We monitored various symptoms daily, including the severity of scabs, redness, and blisters, comparing the experiences of those using the vitamin C solution to a placebo group.
Our findings were promising: the active treatment resulted in fewer days with scabbing and less severe symptoms overall. Moreover, those using the vitamin C solution showed reduced persistence of scabs compared to the placebo group, along with a lower frequency of detected herpes virus after treatment.
In conclusion, this brief course of vitamin C treatment appears to have significant clinical benefits against cold sores, opening the door for future research on more extensive and frequent treatment regimes.
8
Effective immunity booster
Most Useful Review
I have used this brand of immunity product for many years. It helped lessen and shorten my cold sores. This time, I bought it for my grandchildren to ensure they received the necessary vitamins when their family fell ill. I believe it assisted, as two of the five remained well and the others recovered quickly. The flavour is pleasant, too.
Cold details
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 2 Researches
8
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 20 Reviews
8.2
7
Effectiveness of Vitamin C on Colds
We explored the effects of vitamin C on the common cold and pneumonia by examining a range of studies. Interestingly, research on animals suggests that vitamin C may have protective effects against infections. However, when it comes to preventing colds in the general population, taking more than 1 gram of vitamin C per day didn’t show significant benefits.
But there's a twist! Participants engaged in heavy physical activities saw their cold incidence reduced by half with vitamin C supplementation. Additionally, regular intake of 1 gram or more daily was linked to a 15% decrease in cold severity. While some therapeutic trials showed inconsistent results when vitamin C was taken after cold symptoms appeared, two studies did indicate that larger doses (6-8 grams per day) could effectively shorten the duration of colds compared to lower doses.
Our investigation also looked into pneumonia, but the studies were conducted in unique settings, such as a boarding school and military recruits. This makes it hard to generalize the findings to the wider population. Yet, some trials suggested benefits for pneumonia patients. Finally, the role of vitamin C in treating COVID-19 and sepsis remains unclear, with mixed results.
Given that vitamin C seems to alleviate symptoms and shorten the duration of colds, while being safe and affordable, it might be worth considering a dose of 6-8 grams per day to see if it helps at an individual level.
But there's a twist! Participants engaged in heavy physical activities saw their cold incidence reduced by half with vitamin C supplementation. Additionally, regular intake of 1 gram or more daily was linked to a 15% decrease in cold severity. While some therapeutic trials showed inconsistent results when vitamin C was taken after cold symptoms appeared, two studies did indicate that larger doses (6-8 grams per day) could effectively shorten the duration of colds compared to lower doses.
Our investigation also looked into pneumonia, but the studies were conducted in unique settings, such as a boarding school and military recruits. This makes it hard to generalize the findings to the wider population. Yet, some trials suggested benefits for pneumonia patients. Finally, the role of vitamin C in treating COVID-19 and sepsis remains unclear, with mixed results.
Given that vitamin C seems to alleviate symptoms and shorten the duration of colds, while being safe and affordable, it might be worth considering a dose of 6-8 grams per day to see if it helps at an individual level.
9
Travel illness avoided
Most Useful Review
24 people found this helpful
I love this product. For years, we've gotten sick while travelling—upper respiratory issues after returning home. We took Emergen-C before the last two trips, and no illness occurred. Although I’m not keen on the fizziness, I let it sit to fizz out before drinking. We started taking it two weeks prior to our trips, and it seems to have minimised the severity of potential cold symptoms.
Common Cold details
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 7 Researches
7.4
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 11 Reviews
8.1
8
We explored how vitamin C affects the severity of common colds through a comprehensive review of available studies. By including only randomized, placebo-controlled trials where participants received at least 1 gram of vitamin C daily, we aimed to investigate both the overall duration of colds and the intensity of symptoms experienced.
Our analysis found that vitamin C significantly reduced the severity of cold symptoms by about 15%. Interestingly, it appears that the benefits are more pronounced for those experiencing severe symptoms compared to mild ones. In specific comparisons, vitamin C didn’t substantially affect the duration of mild symptoms but had a notable impact on how long severe symptoms lasted.
This insight is crucial, as the common cold often leads to absenteeism at work and school, with more severe symptoms playing a key role in this setback. By highlighting vitamin C's greater effectiveness against intense cold symptoms, we suggest that future research should continue to look into how this vitamin can be utilized in managing cold severity.
Our analysis found that vitamin C significantly reduced the severity of cold symptoms by about 15%. Interestingly, it appears that the benefits are more pronounced for those experiencing severe symptoms compared to mild ones. In specific comparisons, vitamin C didn’t substantially affect the duration of mild symptoms but had a notable impact on how long severe symptoms lasted.
This insight is crucial, as the common cold often leads to absenteeism at work and school, with more severe symptoms playing a key role in this setback. By highlighting vitamin C's greater effectiveness against intense cold symptoms, we suggest that future research should continue to look into how this vitamin can be utilized in managing cold severity.
9
Strong immunity booster
Most Useful Review
An excellent immunomodulator! It really helps during common colds and supports my immunity. I've used it for years and am very pleased with these vitamins; they taste pleasant, and one packet meets my daily vitamin needs. I highly recommend this quality product!
