Overview

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 2 Researches
7.5
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 6 Reviews
8.8
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Tablet
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid, Acerola Cherry, Rose Hips)
1,000 mg
1,111%

Top Medical Research Studies

We aimed to understand how Vitamin C could help with the toxicity caused by omeprazole, a common treatment for conditions like gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and gastritis. During our study, we examined gastric cells from rabbits to see how Vitamin C, alongside other antioxidants, could protect these cells from damage caused by omeprazole.

We found that both omeprazole and another thiol-oxidant, monochloramine, significantly reduced cell viability. Interestingly, the toxicity from omeprazole occurred independently from monochloramine. However, we observed that using Vitamin C effectively protected the gastric cells from this injury, maintaining their function without interfering with omeprazole's intended effects.

This suggests that incorporating Vitamin C into treatment plans for people using proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) like omeprazole could be beneficial. Ultimately, our research highlights the potential of using antioxidants to mitigate the adverse effects often associated with medication for reflux and related conditions.
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7
Antioxidants may reduce cancer risk
We studied how antioxidants, particularly vitamin C, relate to reflux esophagitis and esophageal adenocarcinoma, aiming to uncover potential protective effects. Through a case-control approach involving groups with reflux esophagitis, Barrett's esophagus, and esophageal adenocarcinoma, we assessed the dietary intake of antioxidants and their relationship with these conditions.

Our findings revealed that a higher overall antioxidant intake was linked to a reduced risk of esophageal adenocarcinoma. Specifically, individuals with the highest vitamin C intake had a significantly lower risk of developing this type of cancer. However, while vitamin C also appeared to reduce the risk of reflux esophagitis, we found no strong connection between vitamin C and Barrett's esophagus, nor with other antioxidants such as vitamin E, carotenoids, zinc, copper, or selenium.

This suggests that while antioxidants could play a role in lowering the risk of esophageal adenocarcinoma, they might be more influential in terms of progression rather than initiating reflux conditions. Overall, our study highlights the potential significance of dietary vitamin C in addressing reflux issues but points out limitations when it comes to other forms of esophageal disorders.
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Most Useful Reviews

9
No reflux issue
3 people found this helpful
Good! Despite its size, the capsule has a coating that makes it easy to swallow. The two-stage time release allows for longer bioavailability compared to regular vitamin C. It has no flavor whatsoever and does not cause me acid reflux or any aftertaste, even when taken at bedtime. It is very beneficial for iron absorption.
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10
Reflux-free experience
An excellent product that does not induce reflux.
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10
Boosts collagen effects
This Vitamin C does not cause gastric reflux. Additionally, it enhances the effects of the collagen I'm taking. I would highly recommend this Solaray Vitamin C.
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Medical Researches

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 2 Researches
7.5
  • All Researches
We aimed to understand how Vitamin C could help with the toxicity caused by omeprazole, a common treatment for conditions like gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and gastritis. During our study, we examined gastric cells from rabbits to see how Vitamin C, alongside other antioxidants, could protect these cells from damage caused by omeprazole.

We found that both omeprazole and another thiol-oxidant, monochloramine, significantly reduced cell viability. Interestingly, the toxicity from omeprazole occurred independently from monochloramine. However, we observed that using Vitamin C effectively protected the gastric cells from this injury, maintaining their function without interfering with omeprazole's intended effects.

This suggests that incorporating Vitamin C into treatment plans for people using proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) like omeprazole could be beneficial. Ultimately, our research highlights the potential of using antioxidants to mitigate the adverse effects often associated with medication for reflux and related conditions.
Read More
7
Antioxidants may reduce cancer risk
We studied how antioxidants, particularly vitamin C, relate to reflux esophagitis and esophageal adenocarcinoma, aiming to uncover potential protective effects. Through a case-control approach involving groups with reflux esophagitis, Barrett's esophagus, and esophageal adenocarcinoma, we assessed the dietary intake of antioxidants and their relationship with these conditions.

Our findings revealed that a higher overall antioxidant intake was linked to a reduced risk of esophageal adenocarcinoma. Specifically, individuals with the highest vitamin C intake had a significantly lower risk of developing this type of cancer. However, while vitamin C also appeared to reduce the risk of reflux esophagitis, we found no strong connection between vitamin C and Barrett's esophagus, nor with other antioxidants such as vitamin E, carotenoids, zinc, copper, or selenium.

This suggests that while antioxidants could play a role in lowering the risk of esophageal adenocarcinoma, they might be more influential in terms of progression rather than initiating reflux conditions. Overall, our study highlights the potential significance of dietary vitamin C in addressing reflux issues but points out limitations when it comes to other forms of esophageal disorders.
Read More

User Reviews

USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 6 Reviews
8.8
  • All Reviews
  • Positive Reviews
  • Negative Reviews
9
No reflux issue
3 people found this helpful
Good! Despite its size, the capsule has a coating that makes it easy to swallow. The two-stage time release allows for longer bioavailability compared to regular vitamin C. It has no flavor whatsoever and does not cause me acid reflux or any aftertaste, even when taken at bedtime. It is very beneficial for iron absorption.
Read More
10
Reflux-free experience
An excellent product that does not induce reflux.
Read More
10
Boosts collagen effects
This Vitamin C does not cause gastric reflux. Additionally, it enhances the effects of the collagen I'm taking. I would highly recommend this Solaray Vitamin C.
Read More
9
Easy to swallow
The capsule has a coating that simplifies swallowing despite its size. The two-stage time release ensures it is bioavailable for longer than standard vitamin C. It is flavourless, does not induce acid reflux or create an aftertaste, and I take it just before bed. It also aids iron absorption.
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9
Good for iron
Although large, the capsule has a shell that makes swallowing easier. Its two-stage time release enhances bioavailability compared to regular vitamin C. There’s no taste, and I do not experience acid reflux or an aftertaste when I take it before bed. It aids in the absorption of iron effectively.
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Frequently Asked Questions

9
No reflux issue
3 people found this helpful
Good! Despite its size, the capsule has a coating that makes it easy to swallow. The two-stage time release allows for longer bioavailability compared to regular vitamin C. It has no flavor whatsoever and does not cause me acid reflux or any aftertaste, even when taken at bedtime. It is very beneficial for iron absorption.
10
Boosts collagen effects
This Vitamin C does not cause gastric reflux. Additionally, it enhances the effects of the collagen I'm taking. I would highly recommend this Solaray Vitamin C.
10
Reflux-free experience
An excellent product that does not induce reflux.
7
Antioxidants may reduce cancer risk
We studied how antioxidants, particularly vitamin C, relate to reflux esophagitis and esophageal adenocarcinoma, aiming to uncover potential protective effects. Through a case-control approach involving groups with reflux esophagitis, Barrett's esophagus, and esophageal adenocarcinoma, we assessed the dietary intake of antioxidants and their relationship with these conditions.

Our findings revealed that a higher overall antioxidant intake was linked to a reduced risk of esophageal adenocarcinoma. Specifically, individuals with the highest vitamin C intake had a significantly lower risk of developing this type of cancer. However, while vitamin C also appeared to reduce the risk of reflux esophagitis, we found no strong connection between vitamin C and Barrett's esophagus, nor with other antioxidants such as vitamin E, carotenoids, zinc, copper, or selenium.

This suggests that while antioxidants could play a role in lowering the risk of esophageal adenocarcinoma, they might be more influential in terms of progression rather than initiating reflux conditions. Overall, our study highlights the potential significance of dietary vitamin C in addressing reflux issues but points out limitations when it comes to other forms of esophageal disorders.
We aimed to understand how Vitamin C could help with the toxicity caused by omeprazole, a common treatment for conditions like gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and gastritis. During our study, we examined gastric cells from rabbits to see how Vitamin C, alongside other antioxidants, could protect these cells from damage caused by omeprazole.

We found that both omeprazole and another thiol-oxidant, monochloramine, significantly reduced cell viability. Interestingly, the toxicity from omeprazole occurred independently from monochloramine. However, we observed that using Vitamin C effectively protected the gastric cells from this injury, maintaining their function without interfering with omeprazole's intended effects.

This suggests that incorporating Vitamin C into treatment plans for people using proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) like omeprazole could be beneficial. Ultimately, our research highlights the potential of using antioxidants to mitigate the adverse effects often associated with medication for reflux and related conditions.

References

  1. Murphy SJ, Anderson LA, Ferguson HR, Johnston BT, Watson PR, et al. Dietary antioxidant and mineral intake in humans is associated with reduced risk of esophageal adenocarcinoma but not reflux esophagitis or Barrett's esophagus. J Nutr. 2010;140:1757. doi:10.3945/jn.110.124362
  2. Kohler JE, Blass AL, Liu J, Tai K, Soybel DI. Antioxidant pre-treatment prevents omeprazole-induced toxicity in an in vitro model of infectious gastritis. Free Radic Biol Med. 2010;49:786. doi:10.1016/j.freeradbiomed.2010.05.034
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