Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 2 Caplets
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Vitamin C (from Organic Acerola Cherry)
250 mg
280%
Organic Living Vitamin C ComplexOrganic Acerola Cherry, Organic Camu Camu (Myrciaria dubia) (fruit)
1.1 g
+
Organic Whole Citrus BlendOrganic Lemon (whole fruit), Organic Orange (whole fruit), Organic Mandarin Orange (whole fruit), Organic Grapefruit (whole fruit), Other Organic Citrus
400 mg
+
Organic Antioxidant Berry BlendOrganic Strawberry (fruit), Organic Tart Cherry (fruit), Organic Blackberry (fruit), Organic Blueberry (fruit), Organic Raspberry (fruit), Organic Brown Rice
80 mg
+
The product is found useful for the following medical conditions
High Cholesterol details
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 6 Researches
8
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.5
9
Vitamin C reduces cholesterol levels
We explored how vitamin C supplementation affects cholesterol levels in broiler chickens, particularly under heat stress conditions. Through a thorough meta-analysis of 35 studies conducted between 1985 and 2023, we assessed various performance metrics, including blood parameters, carcass characteristics, and overall meat quality.
Our findings revealed that vitamin C significantly reduced cholesterol levels in the broiler chickens subjected to heat stress. Specifically, the study reported a notable decrease in cholesterol concentrations, with a standard mean difference of -0.976, indicating a strong beneficial effect of vitamin C in managing high cholesterol.
Additionally, we noticed improvements in body weight and average daily gain among chickens receiving vitamin C when compared to those that did not. While vitamin C did not significantly impact feed intake or breast meat quality, it emerged as a valuable antioxidant that can help lower blood triglycerides and reduce cholesterol, thus promoting better overall health and growth in broilers during stressful conditions.
Ultimately, this meta-analysis supports the use of vitamin C at a recommended dosage of 250 mg/kg as an effective growth promoter and antioxidant in broiler diets under heat stress, directly influencing cholesterol management.
Our findings revealed that vitamin C significantly reduced cholesterol levels in the broiler chickens subjected to heat stress. Specifically, the study reported a notable decrease in cholesterol concentrations, with a standard mean difference of -0.976, indicating a strong beneficial effect of vitamin C in managing high cholesterol.
Additionally, we noticed improvements in body weight and average daily gain among chickens receiving vitamin C when compared to those that did not. While vitamin C did not significantly impact feed intake or breast meat quality, it emerged as a valuable antioxidant that can help lower blood triglycerides and reduce cholesterol, thus promoting better overall health and growth in broilers during stressful conditions.
Ultimately, this meta-analysis supports the use of vitamin C at a recommended dosage of 250 mg/kg as an effective growth promoter and antioxidant in broiler diets under heat stress, directly influencing cholesterol management.
9
Improved health noted
Most Useful Review
7 people found this helpful
Perfectly! HIGH QUALITY VITAMIN C! I take this vitamin throughout the year, as it is derived from live fruits of the highest quality. My husband has been prescribed this by our family nutritionist, a graduate of Oxford, alongside an anti-inflammatory diet. After 6 months, we have seen significant improvements in his health, and signs of aggressive inflammation have greatly reduced, almost entirely disappeared. I RECOMMEND IT TO EVERYONE, particularly those diagnosed with cancer. It is lifesaving in conjunction with an anti-inflammatory diet.
Updated: Apr 2025
Cold details
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 2 Researches
8
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 35 Reviews
8.3
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
Good against colds
Most Useful Review
13 people found this helpful
This product is excellent! After extensive research on Vitamin C Complex ingredients, I found this to be the best. It lacks ascorbic acid, boasts a natural composition, and the capsules are easy to swallow. It's effective; I’ve noticed its impact right away when cold symptoms arise, although the price is a bit high compared to the quantity.
Updated: Apr 2025
Bone Pain details
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.2
7.5
Reduced bone pain
Most Useful Review
1 people found this helpful
I spent considerable time studying vitamin compositions before selecting this vitamin C, as I believe it is the best choice. I'm very pleased with its formulation. I’ve noticed that the bone pain has significantly decreased, although this may be due to a combination of supplements, including omega and iodine. If you found my review helpful, please give it a like!
Updated: Apr 2025
Common Cold details
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 7 Researches
7.4
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 18 Reviews
8.2
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
Improved immunity
Most Useful Review
6 people found this helpful
Excellent product. This is my third purchase. I've noticed a difference since using it; the colds I suffered from during seasonal changes have gone. My immunity has significantly improved, especially combined with a healthy diet. Best wishes to those looking to care for their health.
Updated: Apr 2025
Flu details
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 5 Researches
7.2
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 6 Reviews
8.2
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
Works great against flu
Most Useful Review
I liked it; it’s excellent and works wonderfully against influenza, although the pill is large. I highly recommend it.
Updated: Apr 2025
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