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Buffered C Powder 1000 mg

California Gold Nutrition
4.8
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(21549 ratings)
Sodium 130 mg
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Score87
Exceptional bulk value for simple buffered vitamin C, with manageable but meaningful sodium and a very large package.
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Quantity:35 Liquid(s) • (840 servings)
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Score 87

Exceptional bulk value for simple buffered vitamin C, with manageable but meaningful sodium and a very large package.
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Analysis

One gram of vitamin C as sodium ascorbate provides a useful buffered dose with 130 mg sodium. The 840-serving container offers exceptional continuity and unit value.

The formula is simple and avoids unnecessary additions, though powder measurement matters for dose consistency. A very large container may lose convenience for users who supplement only occasionally.

It fits households or regular users seeking bulk buffered vitamin C. People on sodium restriction still need to account for the mineral contribution.

Who is it for
  • Regular buffered vitamin C users
  • Households wanting bulk powder
  • People who value low unit cost
Best for
  • Vitamin C supplementation
  • Bulk powder use
  • Buffered ascorbate intake

Pros

  • Provides 1 g vitamin C
  • Eight hundred forty servings
  • Simple sodium ascorbate formula
  • Very low serving cost

Cons

  • Adds 130 mg sodium
  • Very large package
  • Requires accurate measuring
  • No complementary nutrients

Warnings

  • Vitamin C may cause digestive upset at higher combined intakes
  • Sodium-restricted users should count the 130 mg serving
  • People with a history of oxalate kidney stones should review long-term high-dose vitamin C use

Nutrient quality

88 Highest impact

Sodium ascorbate is a buffered vitamin C form with a clearly identified sodium source, and the 1 g vitamin C amount is meaningful, while 130 mg sodium is not a full hydration dose. The high vitamin C amount may cause digestive discomfort in sensitive users, while sodium ascorbate is coherent for buffered vitamin C but is not a complete electrolyte formula.

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Ingredient transparency

85 Highest impact

Every listed active ingredient has a specific amount, and no proprietary blend hides the amount of a listed active ingredient. Serving count is supplied, but complete daily-use directions are not provided, while inactive ingredients and excipients are not included in the supplied label details.

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Customer satisfaction

76 High impact

The supplied average rating is strong, and extensive review volume makes the average rating more dependable. Specific review themes are unavailable, so repeated negatives and real-world fit remain uncertain.

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Value for money

98 Highest impact

Useful forms and meaningful amounts generally justify the product positioning, and the very low serving cost provides excellent practical value. The formula is focused and does not appear padded with low-value active ingredients, while the formula and serving value compare well with similar products.

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Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Vitamin C (Sodium Ascorbate)
1 Gram(s)
Sodium (Sodium Ascorbate)
130 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Dairy Free
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D Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value

The low sodium amount is unlikely to replace much of the sodium lost during demanding exercise. Sodium ascorbate supplies a clearly disclosed source, but the formula lacks supporting electrolytes and dedicated trace minerals. The very low cost per serving is attractive, while the large vitamin C amount may cause digestive discomfort in sensitive users.

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