Analysis
Metabolic Maintenance's Buffered Vitamin C offers a blend of multiple Vitamin C forms, including Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Calcium Ascorbate, and Sodium Ascorbate, totaling 2000mg per serving, despite the product name stating 500mg. It also includes 75mg of citrus bioflavonoids, calcium, and sodium.
This complex formulation is designed to provide Vitamin C in a buffered, gentler form for digestion and with varied forms that may offer different absorption characteristics. However, the significant discrepancy between the product name's potency and the actual ingredient list's potency is a notable point. It is best suited for individuals seeking a high-dose, multi-form Vitamin C with buffered properties and bioflavonoids, provided they are aware of the actual dosage.
Pros
- Offers a blend of four buffered Vitamin C forms for potentially gentler digestion.
- Provides a very high dose of 2000mg Vitamin C per serving.
- Includes citrus bioflavonoids for complementary support.
- Contains additional calcium and sodium from the buffered forms.
Cons
- Significant discrepancy between product name (500mg) and actual Vitamin C content (2000mg) per serving.
- Higher price per serving ($0.36).
- Very high Vitamin C dose may not be suitable or necessary for all individuals.
Warnings
- Be aware that the actual Vitamin C content (2000mg) is much higher than the '500 mg' in the product name. Adjust dosage as needed.
- Individuals monitoring sodium or calcium intake should note the inclusion of these minerals.
- High doses of Vitamin C can sometimes cause digestive upset in sensitive individuals, even in buffered forms.
