AlphaSorb-C 500
by NOW · Capsule
Supplement facts from the label of AlphaSorb-C 500 by NOW: Vitamin C 500 mg, Calcium 60 mg, Transport C-PLUS 650 mg, Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex 100 mg….
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Per serving | % DV | Upper limit (adults) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C (Threonic Acid) | 500 mg | 556% | 2,000 mg · 75% at label max |
| Calcium (Calcium Ascorbate) | 60 mg | 5% | 2,500 mg · 7% at label max |
| Transport C-PLUS | 650 mg | — | — |
| └ Threonic Acid enhanced buffered Calcium Ascorbate | 0.00 NP | — | — |
| └ Alpha Lipoic Acid | 0.00 NP | — | — |
| └ Alpha Lipoic Acid | 40 mg | — | — |
| Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex | 100 mg | — | — |
| Acerola, Powder (Malpighia punicifolia, Powder) | 25 mg | — | — |
| Rose Hips, Powder (Rosa canina, Powder) | 25 mg | — | — |
| Rutin, Powder (Sophora japonica) | 25 mg | — | — |
Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals. Compared only where the unit converts and the limit applies to the form on the label.
On the label
For: Vegan · Vegetarian · Adult (18 - 50 Years) · Kosher · Halal · Gluten Free · Dairy Free
Claim types: Nutrient · All Other · Structure/Function
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions: Suggested Usage: Take 1 capsule 1 to 3 times daily, preferably with food.
Formula re: Contains: Vitamin C is best known as an antioxidant that can maintain cellular health by neutralizing free radicals.
Formula re: Contains: NOW AlphaSorb-C includes Transport C-PLUS, a trademarked combination of Threonic Acid-enhanced, buffered (non-acidic) Calcium Ascorbate with Alpha Lipoic Acid. Threonic Acid is a Vitamin C metabolite that has been shown to enhance cellular uptake of Vitamin C. Alpha Lipoic Acid functions as a free radical scavenger that can help regenerate Vitamin C in the body and may also enhance its utilization
FDA Disclaimer Statement: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Precautions re: Children: Caution: For adults only.
Precautions re: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications: Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.
This page repeats what the label says and the official upper limits for healthy adults. It is not medical advice: ask a doctor, pharmacist or registered dietitian about your own intake, especially if you are pregnant, take medicines or have a health condition.
Label data: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Dietary Supplement Label Database (dsld.od.nih.gov), public domain. Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals (values from the Institute of Medicine, Food and Nutrition Board).