Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Packet (9.4 g)
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Calories
35
Total Carbohydrate
8 g
3%†
Total Sugars
7 g
*
Includes 6 g Added Sugars
12%†
Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid, zinc ascorbate)
1,000 mg
1,111%
Thiamine (as thiamine hydrochloride) (Vit. B1)
0.36 mg
30%
Riboflavin (as riboflavin 5'-phosphate) (Vit. B2)
0.39 mg
30%
Niacin (Vit. B3)
4 mg
25%
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 phosphate, 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)
2 mg
18%
Manganese (as manganese gluconate)
0.5 mg
22%
Chromium (as chromium picolinate)
10 mcg
29%
Sodium (as sodium bicarbonate, monobasic sodium phosphate)‡
65 mg
3%
Potassium (as potassium bicarbonate, potassium carbonate, monobasic potassium phosphate)‡
200 mg
4%
The product is found useful for the following medical conditions
Headache details
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 2 Researches
8
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.6
8
We aimed to understand how dietary vitamin C affects migraines by analyzing data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, conducted from 1999 to 2004. In this survey, we identified adults who reported experiencing severe headaches or migraines over the past three months.
Our findings were quite revealing. Out of 4,101 participants, 702 individuals reported having a migraine, which represents about 17% of the group. We discovered an interesting trend: higher dietary vitamin C intake seemed to correlate with a lower likelihood of experiencing migraines. Specifically, participants with the highest vitamin C intake had a 36% reduced odds of suffering from migraines compared to those with the lowest intake.
We employed various statistical methods to confirm our results, including logistic regression and restricted cubic spline regression, which showed a clear linear relationship between vitamin C intake and the frequency of migraines.
Overall, this study suggests that increasing our dietary vitamin C might help minimize migraines, which is promising news for those who suffer from these intense headaches. However, as with all studies, further research is necessary to solidify these findings and fully understand the relationship between vitamin C and headache relief.
Our findings were quite revealing. Out of 4,101 participants, 702 individuals reported having a migraine, which represents about 17% of the group. We discovered an interesting trend: higher dietary vitamin C intake seemed to correlate with a lower likelihood of experiencing migraines. Specifically, participants with the highest vitamin C intake had a 36% reduced odds of suffering from migraines compared to those with the lowest intake.
We employed various statistical methods to confirm our results, including logistic regression and restricted cubic spline regression, which showed a clear linear relationship between vitamin C intake and the frequency of migraines.
Overall, this study suggests that increasing our dietary vitamin C might help minimize migraines, which is promising news for those who suffer from these intense headaches. However, as with all studies, further research is necessary to solidify these findings and fully understand the relationship between vitamin C and headache relief.
9
Improved fatigue recovery
Most Useful Review
101 people found this helpful
Used this to assist my recovery from the H1N1 flu. After a lengthy struggle with various medications, including Tamiflu, which made me quite unwell, I struggled with fatigue, cough, and a sinus infection for weeks. A friend introduced me to Emergen-C, and remarkably, I felt energised within an hour of taking it. After a week of daily packets, my symptoms improved significantly. My family, who also suffered from H1N1, benefited as well, with my husband recovering much faster after using Emergen-C consistently. The vitamins in this product seem to empower the immune system effectively. I advise consulting a doctor before relying solely on it for treatment.
Cough details
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.6
9
Great for recovery
Most Useful Review
101 people found this helpful
I utilised Emergen-C while recovering from H1N1 flu after significant exposure to the virus. Despite efforts to remain healthy, I caught it. After three weeks of battling fatigue and a persistent cough, a friend provided me with Emergen-C, and I began to feel better within an hour. Following a daily regimen helped eliminate my cough and fatigue, allowing me to feel healthy again. I recommend this as a supportive health tool!
Flu details
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 5 Researches
7.2
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 17 Reviews
8.4
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
Rapid recovery
Most Useful Review
101 people found this helpful
After contracting the H1N1 flu, I struggled for weeks with lingering symptoms. It wasn't until a friend gave me Emergen-C that I noticed significant improvement. Within days of taking it daily, my energy returned, and my sinus infection resolved. My husband, who also took it, recovered quickly, suggesting this product truly supports the body in fighting off flu viruses. Emergen-C has become a staple for us all.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder details
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.3
7.5
Natural energy boost
Most Useful Review
At the first signs of a cold, I take three sachets a day after meals. It’s a useful and natural alternative to Teraflu that adds energy.
Cold Sores details
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 3 Researches
8.3
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 3 Reviews
8.3
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.
9
Quick cold relief
Most Useful Review
When a friend sent me this during a cold while I was bedridden in the US, I found it immensely helpful. Now living in Japan, I keep it handy for when I feel a cold coming on. My nasal mucosa is weak and I often suffer from unpleasant symptoms, but this remedy helps alleviate them. While the price has increased recently, I still rely on it for effective relief from cold sores.
Cold details
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 2 Researches
8
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 60 Reviews
8
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.
8
H1N1 relief
Most Useful Review
101 people found this helpful
I used this to help me recover from H1N1 flu. Despite my precautions, I fell ill and was prescribed Tamiflu, which made me feel worse. After weeks of battling symptoms, a friend gave me Emergen-C, and I felt an immediate improvement. Within a few days of daily packets, my symptoms, fatigue, and sinus infection subsided. Other family members also found relief. This product gives your body the tools it needs to recover.
Common Cold details
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 7 Researches
7.4
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 15 Reviews
8
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
Effective for colds
Most Useful Review
2 people found this helpful
It truly puts me on my feet at the first signs of a common cold. I feel as though I am drinking it, and by morning, there are no indications that I am unwell.
