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NOW Supplements Sambucus Zinc-C Elderberry Concentrate and Vitamin C
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Questionable
Based on 1 Research
5
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.5
Supplement Facts
Serving Size:  1 Lozenge
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Calories
<5
 
Total Carbohydrate
<1 g
<1%**
Total Sugars
0 g
Includes 0 g Added Sugars
 
0%**
Xylitol
<1 g
Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid)
100 mg
111%
Zinc (elemental) (from 15 mg Zinc Bisglycinate) (TRAACS™)
3 mg
27%
Elderberry (10:1 Concentrate)(Sambucus nigra) (Fruit)
150 mg

Top Medical Research Studies

5
Leg cramps treatment comparison
Calcium and magnesium status in pregnant women. A comparison between treatment with calcium and vitamin C in pregnant women with leg cramps.
Effectiveness of treatments unclear
We explored the effects of vitamin C on leg cramps in a group of 60 pregnant women through a double-blind trial. Participants received either calcium or vitamin C (1 g twice daily) as treatment. Our observations revealed that there was no significant difference in clinical improvement between the two treatment groups.

Notably, 14 patients experienced complete relief from symptoms, while 27 reported significant improvement regardless of which treatment they received. Unfortunately, 17 participants found their symptoms unchanged, and only two noticed an increase in leg cramps during the treatment period.

Throughout the study, we measured serum levels of total and ionized calcium, total magnesium, and albumin, but these parameters did not show significant changes in either treatment group. We also didn’t identify any biochemical differences when comparing the effectiveness of vitamin C and calcium for alleviating cramps.

Ultimately, our findings suggest that vitamin C may not be an effective solution for leg cramps in pregnant women, as both treatments yielded similar results with minimal biochemical changes.
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Most Useful Reviews

9.5
Muscle cramps relief
The quality is excellent, and the results are noticeable after just a few uses. My sleep has improved, and the muscle cramps in my legs and arms have ceased to trouble me. My joints also don't react as much to changing weather. The benefits are clear, and this is only my first jar; I'll continue to observe. The ingredients are of good quality.
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7.5
Immediate assistance
It helps a lot. It's great to chew on when I start feeling a cold or experience twists in my legs, as it provides immediate assistance.
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Medical Researches

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Questionable
Based on 1 Research
5
  • All Researches
5
Leg cramps treatment comparison
Calcium and magnesium status in pregnant women. A comparison between treatment with calcium and vitamin C in pregnant women with leg cramps.
Effectiveness of treatments unclear
We explored the effects of vitamin C on leg cramps in a group of 60 pregnant women through a double-blind trial. Participants received either calcium or vitamin C (1 g twice daily) as treatment. Our observations revealed that there was no significant difference in clinical improvement between the two treatment groups.

Notably, 14 patients experienced complete relief from symptoms, while 27 reported significant improvement regardless of which treatment they received. Unfortunately, 17 participants found their symptoms unchanged, and only two noticed an increase in leg cramps during the treatment period.

Throughout the study, we measured serum levels of total and ionized calcium, total magnesium, and albumin, but these parameters did not show significant changes in either treatment group. We also didn’t identify any biochemical differences when comparing the effectiveness of vitamin C and calcium for alleviating cramps.

Ultimately, our findings suggest that vitamin C may not be an effective solution for leg cramps in pregnant women, as both treatments yielded similar results with minimal biochemical changes.
Read More

User Reviews

USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.5
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9.5
Muscle cramps relief
The quality is excellent, and the results are noticeable after just a few uses. My sleep has improved, and the muscle cramps in my legs and arms have ceased to trouble me. My joints also don't react as much to changing weather. The benefits are clear, and this is only my first jar; I'll continue to observe. The ingredients are of good quality.
Read More
7.5
Immediate assistance
It helps a lot. It's great to chew on when I start feeling a cold or experience twists in my legs, as it provides immediate assistance.
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