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Chewable C 500 mg Orange Flavored

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Vitamin C 500 mg
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Score77
A convenient, partly buffered chewable with a useful vitamin C amount. Unknown flavoring and sweetener details are the main limitation.
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Quantity:110 Tablet(s) • (110 servings)
Goals:
Immunity
General Health
Skin Health
Anti-Inflammatory Support
Vision Support

Score 77

A convenient, partly buffered chewable with a useful vitamin C amount. Unknown flavoring and sweetener details are the main limitation.
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Analysis

The 500 mg vitamin C serving fits routine antioxidant, immune, and collagen support. Combining ascorbic acid with sodium ascorbate may be gentler than using ascorbic acid alone.

The chewable format can help people who dislike swallowing tablets. However, the supplied facts do not show how much vitamin C comes from each form, making the degree of buffering uncertain.

Value is reasonable and the sodium contribution is clearly listed. Missing sweetener and acidulant details prevent a complete judgment of sugar exposure, tooth contact, and stomach comfort.

Who is it for
  • Adults who prefer chewables
  • People who struggle with capsules
  • Users seeking partial buffering
Best for
  • Convenient daily vitamin C
  • Antioxidant and collagen support
  • Travel-friendly supplementation

Pros

  • Chewable format
  • Targeted 500 mg serving
  • Includes sodium ascorbate
  • Sodium amount is disclosed

Cons

  • Vitamin C split between forms is unclear
  • Sweeteners and acidulants are not listed
  • Chewables increase contact with teeth

Warnings

  • Chewing an acidic tablet can expose tooth enamel; rinsing with water afterward is sensible
  • The 55 mg sodium contribution may matter to people closely limiting sodium
  • Sweetener details are missing, so users with dietary restrictions should verify the package label

Nutrient quality

83 Highest impact

Sodium ascorbate adds partial buffering to the standard ascorbic acid base. The vitamin C amount is useful, although the supplied data do not clarify how it is divided between forms.

Ingredient transparency

71 High impact

The vitamin C forms and sodium are named, but the form-level amounts are ambiguous. Daily directions and the chewable base ingredients are not supplied.

Customer satisfaction

72 High impact

The aggregate rating is very strong and supported by substantial volume. No review excerpts are supplied, so repeated complaints and purpose-specific experiences cannot be assessed.

Value for money

82 Highest impact

The chewable format provides good convenience at a modest serving cost. Incomplete chewable-base disclosure and ambiguous form allocation reduce confidence in the value.

Report analysis

Goals

Immunity
Immunity
Impact
Highest effect
A Goal FitA- Strength of SupportC- CoverageA- Formula Quality
Vitamin C · 500 mg

A practical vitamin C amount combines ascorbic acid with sodium ascorbate for partially buffered immune and antioxidant support. The chewable format may improve convenience and the sodium contribution is disclosed.

The label does not show how much vitamin C comes from each form, and sweetener or acidulant details are absent. It remains a focused vitamin C product rather than broad immune coverage.

Study evidence
Vitamin C Supportive 53 studies
General Health
General Health
Impact
High effect
B+ Goal FitB+ Strength of SupportC- CoverageB+ Formula Quality
Vitamin C · 500 mg

A practical vitamin C serving supports antioxidant protection, immune function, and collagen formation. The partially buffered chewable format may be easier to take than a standard acidic tablet.

Ascorbic acid and sodium ascorbate are identified, but the supplied facts do not show how the total is divided between them. Missing sweetener and acidulant details limit assessment of dental and stomach comfort.

Study evidence
Vitamin C Supportive 56 studies
Skin Health
Skin Health
Impact
High effect
B Goal FitA- Strength of SupportC- CoverageA- Formula Quality
Vitamin C · 500 mg

Vitamin C directly supports collagen synthesis and antioxidant protection for skin. The chewable does not provide structural collagen, hydration, or barrier support.

The 500 mg amount is practical, and sodium ascorbate partly buffers the ascorbic acid. Sweetener and acidulant details are absent, preventing a full assessment of tooth and stomach comfort.

Study evidence
Vitamin C Supportive 53 studies
Anti-Inflammatory Support
Cellular Defense
Anti-Inflammatory Support
Impact
High effect
C+ Goal FitB+ Strength of SupportD+ CoverageA- Formula Quality
Vitamin C · 500 mg

A meaningful vitamin C serving may help limit oxidative stress that can feed inflammatory signaling. Evidence supports its antioxidant role, though the formula does not directly address major inflammatory enzymes.

Ascorbic acid and sodium ascorbate provide clearly identified vitamin C sources, with sodium also disclosed. The narrow approach suits foundational antioxidant support better than broad anti-inflammatory coverage.

Study evidence
Vitamin C Supportive 50 studies
Vision Support
Macular and Blue Light Defense
Vision Support
Impact
High effect
C Goal FitB- Strength of SupportD- CoverageA- Formula Quality
Vitamin C · 500 mg

The 500 mg vitamin C amount supports ocular antioxidant defenses in the lens and retina. Used alone, it does not supply the carotenoids, zinc-copper balance, vitamin E, or DHA expected from a broad vision formula.

Sodium ascorbate provides partial buffering, though the split between vitamin C forms is not stated. The focused tablet is easy to assess but narrow in scope.

Study evidence
Vitamin C Disputed 24 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Ascorbate)
 500 mg
Sodium
55 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50
Report overview
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Ascorbate) · 500 mg OverallScore74
C Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyB+ Value

Ascorbic acid and sodium ascorbate provide a practical amount in a partially buffered chewable format. The sodium contribution is clearly disclosed, but the supplied facts do not show how the vitamin C is divided between forms. Value is good, while the missing sweetener and acidulant details prevent a complete review of tooth and stomach comfort.

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85 Value

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Sources

Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

  1. Vitamin C intake and multiple health outcomes: an umbrella review of systematic reviews and meta-analyses.
    Xu K; Peng R; Zou Y; Jiang X; Sun Q; Song C · International journal of food sciences and nutrition · 2022
    Meta-analysis76 studies pooledGeneral Health forVitamin C
  2. Relation between plasma ascorbic acid and mortality in men and women in EPIC-Norfolk prospective study: a prospective population study. European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition.
    Khaw KT; Bingham S; Welch A; Luben R; Wareham N; Oakes S; Day N · Lancet (London, England) · 2001
    Cohort study19,496 participantsGeneral Health forVitamin C
  3. Mortality in randomized trials of antioxidant supplements for primary and secondary prevention: systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Bjelakovic G; Nikolova D; Gluud LL; Simonetti RG; Gluud C · JAMA · 2007
    Meta-analysis232,606 participants68 studies pooledGeneral Health forVitamin C
  4. Vitamin C and contribution to the normal function of the immune system: evaluation of a health claim pursuant to Article 14 of Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
    EFSA Panel on Dietetic Products, Nutrition and Allergies (NDA) · EFSA journal. European Food Safety Authority · 2026
    Guideline / consensusImmunity forVitamin C
  5. Effect of Vitamin C Supplements on Respiratory Tract Infections: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
    Keya TA; Leela A; Fernandez K; Habib N; Rashid M · Current reviews in clinical and experimental pharmacology · 2022
    Meta-analysis10 studies pooledImmunity forVitamin C
  6. Dietary nutrient intakes and skin-aging appearance among middle-aged American women.
    Cosgrove MC; Franco OH; Granger SP; Murray PG; Mayes AE · The American journal of clinical nutrition · 2007
    Cross-sectional study4,025 participantsSkin Health forVitamin C
  7. Efficacy of Vitamin C as Glucocorticoid Substitute for Reducing Pain and Inflammation After Total Hip Arthroplasty: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
    Jiang W; Xu H; Jiang X; Zhan Y; Ju Y; Xie J; Huang Z; Huang Q; Pei F · The Journal of bone and joint surgery. American volume · 2025
    Randomized trial107 participantsAnti-Inflammatory Support forVitamin C
  8. The Impact of Vitamin C on Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory, and Hemostatic Outcomes After Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
    Moftakhari Hajimirzaei S; Bagherzadeh Cham M; Dolikhani M; Tabatabaee SM; Ebrahimpour A · The archives of bone and joint surgery · 2026
    Meta-analysis1,162 participants10 studies pooledAnti-Inflammatory Support forVitamin C
  9. The impact of vitamin C supplementation on the perioperative outcomes after total hip and knee arthroplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Liu X; Guo J; Li Y; Yang Y; Liu M; Gao Q; Yang Y; Wu X; Yue C · BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2026
    Meta-analysis852 participants8 studies pooledAnti-Inflammatory Support forVitamin C
  10. Therapeutic Impact of Ascorbic Acid on Oral and Periodontal Tissues: A Systematic Literature Review.
    Ruzijevaite G; Acaite E; Jagelaviciene E · Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania) · 2025
    Systematic review811 participants17 studies pooledAnti-Inflammatory Support forVitamin C
  11. Oral vitamin C administration reduces early recurrence rates after electrical cardioversion of persistent atrial fibrillation and attenuates associated inflammation.
    Korantzopoulos P; Kolettis TM; Kountouris E; Dimitroula V; Karanikis P; Pappa E; Siogas K; Goudevenos JA · International journal of cardiology · 2005
    Randomized trial44 participantsAnti-Inflammatory Support forVitamin C
  12. Dietary intake and blood concentrations of antioxidants and the risk of cardiovascular disease, total cancer, and all-cause mortality: a systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of prospective studies.
    Aune D; Keum N; Giovannucci E; Fadnes LT; Boffetta P; Greenwood DC; Tonstad S; Vatten LJ; Riboli E; Norat T · The American journal of clinical nutrition · 2019
    Meta-analysis69 studies pooledGeneral Health forVitamin C
  13. Scientific Opinion on the substantiation of a health claim related to vitamin C and increasing non haem iron absorption pursuant to Article 14 of Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
    EFSA Panel on Dietetic Products, Nutrition and Allergies (NDA) · EFSA journal. European Food Safety Authority · 2026
    Guideline / consensusGeneral Health forVitamin C
  14. Vitamin C Depletion and All-Cause Mortality in Renal Transplant Recipients.
    Sotomayor CG; Eisenga MF; Gomes Neto AW; Ozyilmaz A; Gans ROB; Jong WHA; Zelle DM; Berger SP; Gaillard CAJM; Navis GJ; Bakker SJ · Nutrients · 2018
    Cohort study598 participantsGeneral Health forVitamin C
  15. Associations of Serum Biomarkers of Fruit and Vegetable Intake With the Risk of Cause-Specific Mortality and All-Cause Mortality: A National Prospective Cohort Study.
    Pu L; Zhang R; Wang X; Zhao T; Sun H; Han L · Frontiers in nutrition · 2022
    Cohort study12,530 participantsGeneral Health forVitamin C
  16. Therapeutic effects of high-dose vitamin C supplementation in patients with COVID-19: a meta-analysis.
    Sun L; Zhao JH; Fan WY; Feng B; Liu WW; Chen RQ; Ban C; Dang AG; Wang M; Luo KT; Zhou GY; Yu FF; Ba Y · Nutrition reviews · 2024
    Meta-analysis2,334 participants14 studies pooledImmunity forVitamin C
  17. Effect of micronutrient supplements on influenza and other respiratory tract infections among adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Abioye AI; Bromage S; Fawzi W · BMJ global health · 2021
    Meta-analysisImmunity forVitamin C
  18. New evidence for antioxidant properties of vitamin C.
    Vojdani A; Bazargan M; Vojdani E; Wright J · Cancer detection and prevention · 2001
    Randomized trial20 participantsImmunity forVitamin C
  19. Enhanced Vitamin C Delivery: A Systematic Literature Review Assessing the Efficacy and Safety of Alternative Supplement Forms in Healthy Adults.
    Calder PC; Kreider RB; McKay DL · Nutrients · 2025
    Systematic review13 studies pooledImmunity forVitamin C
  20. Evaluation of the anti-wrinkle effect of an ascorbic acid-loaded dissolving microneedle patch via a double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical study.
    Lee C; Yang H; Kim S; Kim M; Kang H; Kim N; An S; Koh J; Jung H · International journal of cosmetic science · 2017
    Randomized trial23 participantsSkin Health forVitamin C
  21. Comparative Study on the Outcome of Periorbital Wrinkles Treated with Laser-Assisted Delivery of Vitamin C or Vitamin C Plus Growth Factors: A Randomized, Double-blind, Clinical Trial.
    Machado BHB; Frame J; Zhang J; Najlah M · Aesthetic plastic surgery · 2021
    Randomized trial149 participantsSkin Health forVitamin C
  22. Randomized trial of topical ascorbic acid in DMSO versus imiquimod for the treatment of basal cell carcinoma.
    Burke B; Bailie JE · Biomedicine & pharmacotherapy = Biomedecine & pharmacotherapie · 2022
    Randomized trial25 participantsSkin Health forVitamin C
  23. Vitamin C improves healing of foot ulcers: a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
    Gunton JE; Girgis CM; Lau T; Vicaretti M; Begg L; Flood V · The British journal of nutrition · 2022
    Randomized trial16 participantsSkin Health forVitamin C
  24. Role of Oral Vitamin 'C' on Astigmatic Errors in Phacoemulsification.
    Mohan S; Sah K; Khattri M; Ahmad L; Sachan SK · Current eye research · 2021
    Randomized trial400 participantsVision Support forVitamin C
  25. Ascorbic acid metabolites are involved in intraocular pressure control in the general population.
    Hysi PG; Khawaja AP; Menni C; Tamraz B; Wareham N; Khaw KT; Foster PJ; Benet LZ; Spector TD; Hammond CJ · Redox biology · 2019
    Observational studyVision Support forVitamin C
  26. Nutritional modulation of cataract.
    Weikel KA; Garber C; Baburins A; Taylor A · Nutrition reviews · 2014
    Narrative reviewVision Support forVitamin C
  27. Dietary n-3 Fatty Acid, α-Tocopherol, Zinc, vitamin D, vitamin C, and β-carotene are Associated with Age-Related Macular Degeneration in Japan.
    Aoki A; Inoue M; Nguyen E; Obata R; Kadonosono K; Shinkai S; Hashimoto H; Sasaki S; Yanagi Y · Scientific reports · 2017
    Case-control study530 participantsVision Support forVitamin C
  28. Adherence to a Mediterranean diet, lifestyle and age-related macular degeneration: the Coimbra Eye Study - report 3.
    Raimundo M; Mira F; Cachulo MDL; Barreto P; Ribeiro L; Farinha C; Laíns I; Nunes S; Alves D; Figueira J; Merle BM; Delcourt C; Santos L; Silva R · Acta ophthalmologica · 2019
    Case-control study883 participantsVision Support forVitamin C