Buffered C Powder 1000 mg

Buffered C Powder 1000 mg

California Gold Nutrition4.8 (21,549 ratings)
Format:Powder Quantity: 35 Liquid(s) · 840 servings
$35.43 $0.04 per serving
iHerb$35.43

Product analysis

66 out of 100

Buffered C Powder 1000 mg offers a straightforward way to add vitamin C without a complex blend.

AI assessment of the formula, label and price. How scoring works

Nutrient Quality40

The sodium ascorbate source is clearly identified. The available detail does not establish a special absorption advantage for its vitamin C.

Ingredient Transparency100

The ingredient amounts and forms are clearly disclosed. That makes the serving straightforward to compare with alternatives.

Value For Money70

The serving cost is economical in relation to the sodium contribution. The vitamin C amount’s value cannot be compared confidently, so that finding does not establish total value.

Customer Satisfaction94

Customer feedback is very positive, with a substantial number of ratings. Ratings reflect satisfaction and cannot establish effectiveness or safety.

Product Focus40

Vitamin C is the clear center of the simple formula. Its suitability for a particular health goal remains uncertain.

Format
Powder
Container
35 Liquid(s)
Per serving
$0.04
Customer rating
4.8 · 21,549 ratings
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Ingredients

IngredientAmount per servingScore
Vitamin C (Sodium Ascorbate)
 1 Gram(s)
Sodium (Sodium Ascorbate)
 130 mg 65
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Dairy Free
Report overview
Sodium (Sodium Ascorbate) · 130 mg OverallScore65
D Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value
The 130 mg of sodium per serving offers little for intense activity, at a low cost per serving. Sodium comes from sodium ascorbate. The available Other Ingredients information indicates no artificial colors or sweeteners.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability48

Sodium comes from sodium ascorbate. No added trace mineral complex or buffering compound is identified.
Sodium Source Purity & Quality
Sodium comes from sodium ascorbate.
Bioavailability of Supporting Electrolytes
No potassium or magnesium co-electrolyte is listed in the available information.
Trace Mineral Complex & Buffering Forms
No added trace mineral complex or buffering compound is identified.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency65

130 mg of sodium per serving is a low amount for intense activity. The available Other Ingredients information indicates no artificial colors or sweeteners.
Sodium Dosage for Athletic Replenishment
130 mg of sodium per serving is a low amount for intense activity.
Ingredient Label Transparency
Sodium amount is individually stated.
Artificial Color and Sweetener Disclosure
The available Other Ingredients information indicates no artificial colors or sweeteners.

Value100

The cost per serving is low.
Price Per Serving vs. Collection Median
The cost per serving is low.
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86 Performance

Pure Buffered Sodium Ascorbate

NOW

Vitamin C as Sodium Ascorbate (1.67Gram(s)), Sodium as Sodium Ascorbate (210.00mg) provides a better-defined or more complete vitamin C support option than the original's Vitamin C as Sodium Ascorbate (1.00Gram(s)), Sodium as Sodium Ascorbate (130.00mg). 67-gram vitamin C amount may cause diarrhea or abdominal discomfort in sensitive users.

78 Performance

Adrenal Cocktail + Wholefood Vitamin C

Jigsaw Health

Vitamin C as Acerola fruit extract (400.00mg), Sodium (492.00mg), Potassium (375.00mg) provides a better-defined or more complete vitamin C support option than the original's Vitamin C as Sodium Ascorbate (1.00Gram(s)), Sodium as Sodium Ascorbate (130.00mg). Its formula is relevant to hydration, while missing excipient or use details limit full transparency.

82 Performance

Vitamin C

Source Naturals

Vitamin C as Sodium Ascorbate (2.00Gram(s)), Sodium as Sodium Ascorbate (275.00mg) provides a better-defined or more complete vitamin C support option than the original's Vitamin C as Sodium Ascorbate (1.00Gram(s)), Sodium as Sodium Ascorbate (130.00mg). Digestive discomfort is a practical risk for sensitive users.

86 Value

Pure Buffered Sodium Ascorbate

NOW

Vitamin C as Sodium Ascorbate (1.67Gram(s)), Sodium as Sodium Ascorbate (210.00mg) offers a stronger quality-to-cost balance for vitamin C support than the original's Vitamin C as Sodium Ascorbate (1.00Gram(s)), Sodium as Sodium Ascorbate (130.00mg). Its high vitamin C amount may cause digestive discomfort in sensitive users.

84 Value

Sodium Chloride 1000 mg

Nutricost

Sodium as Sodium Chloride (390.00mg), Chloride as Sodium Chloride (610.00mg) offers favorable value for workout hydration compared with the original's incidental sodium contribution alongside Vitamin C as Sodium Ascorbate (1.00Gram(s)), Sodium as Sodium Ascorbate (130.00mg). It does not replace the original's vitamin C support purpose, so the choice depends on whether sodium support or the original use is the priority.

80 Value

Hydrator Lemon Lime Flavored

Vega Sport

Vitamin C as Acerola Cherry Extract (90.00mg), Sodium as Sodium Chloride (240.00mg), Calcium as Marine Algae (50.00mg) offers favorable value for workout hydration compared with the original's incidental sodium contribution alongside Vitamin C as Sodium Ascorbate (1.00Gram(s)), Sodium as Sodium Ascorbate (130.00mg). It does not replace the original's vitamin C support purpose, so the choice depends on whether sodium support or the original use is the priority.

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