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Vitamin C Echinacea
Solaray
4.9
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
(545 ratings)
Vitamin C 500 mg
Score 85.0
A highly cost-effective blend of 500mg Vitamin C and Echinacea, offering robust support primarily for immune health, with great value.
Quantity: 120 VegCap(s)Servings size: 1 VegCap(s) (120 servings)
Selected goals:
Other goals:
Immunity
General Health
Skin Health
Anti-Aging
Anti-Inflammatory Support
leaderboard Score 85.0
A highly cost-effective blend of 500mg Vitamin C and Echinacea, offering robust support primarily for immune health, with great value.
This product features 500mg of Ascorbic Acid combined with Echinacea, a popular herbal ingredient known for its immune-modulating properties. This formulation positions it as a strong contender for those primarily seeking immune system support. While the Echinacea adds a beneficial layer for immunity, it means the product isn't a pure Vitamin C supplement, which might be a minor consideration for those solely focused on Vitamin C for other specific goals like skin health. However, the additional benefit of Echinacea is significant for its intended purpose. It also boasts an exceptionally low price per serving, making it a highly cost-effective immune support blend. Online reviews often praise its effectiveness during cold and flu season.
- Combines 500mg Vitamin C with Echinacea for enhanced immune support
- Echinacea is well-researched for its immune-modulating properties
- Exceptionally low price per serving, offering excellent value for a blend
- Effective dosage for daily immune maintenance
- Not a pure Vitamin C product; the added Echinacea may not be necessary or desired for all Vitamin C specific goals (e.g., skin health alone)
- Ascorbic Acid form is not buffered, potentially causing mild gastric discomfort in sensitive individuals
$19.59($0.16 per serving)
 iHerb | $ 19.59 | |
 Vitacost | $ 19.59 |
| Ingredient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) | 500 mg |
| Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea, Echinacea angustifolia) | 300 mg |
| Vitamin C Support Base | 13 mg |
Categories
Vitamin C 88.0
Within the Vitamin C category, this product distinguishes itself by offering excellent value and added immune benefits from Echinacea, making it a compelling choice for those prioritizing immune support along with their Vitamin C intake.
Goals
Immunity 95.0
The synergistic combination of 500mg Vitamin C and Echinacea makes this product highly effective and specifically optimized for robust immune support, making it stand out for this goal.
General Health 80.0
While it contributes to general health through its Vitamin C content, the inclusion of Echinacea tailors it more specifically towards immune health rather than broad wellness, making it less 'general' than pure Vitamin C options.
Skin Health 75.0
The 500mg Vitamin C dose still supports collagen production and antioxidant needs for skin health, but the Echinacea doesn't directly contribute to skin benefits, making pure Vitamin C alternatives potentially more focused for this goal.
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