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Alive! Vitamin C
Nature's Way
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
(1510 ratings)
Vitamin C 500 mg
Score 75.0
An organic Vitamin C supplement from Acerola, providing 500mg in a natural form for those prioritizing whole-food ingredients.
Quantity: 120 Capsule(s)Servings size: 4 Capsule(s) (30 servings)
Selected goals:
Other goals:
Immunity
General Health
Skin Health
Anti-Aging
Anti-Inflammatory Support
leaderboard Score 75.0
An organic Vitamin C supplement from Acerola, providing 500mg in a natural form for those prioritizing whole-food ingredients.
Nature's Way Alive! Vitamin C distinguishes itself by sourcing its 500mg Vitamin C from organic Acerola, a natural whole-food source known for its high Vitamin C content and naturally occurring bioflavonoids. This appeals to consumers preferring natural or organic supplements over synthetic forms. While the 500mg dose is effective for daily support, the price per serving ($0.73) is quite high compared to synthetic Vitamin C products, and even some other natural sources. Its strength lies in its natural origin and organic certification, which are significant selling points for a specific market segment.
- Sourced from organic Acerola, a natural whole-food source of Vitamin C, which may offer additional phytonutrients.
- Appeals to consumers seeking organic and less processed forms of supplementation.
- 500mg is a good daily maintenance dose for Vitamin C.
- Very high price per serving ($0.73) compared to the majority of Vitamin C supplements on the market.
- The dose is 500mg, which is lower than many 1000mg options available at a fraction of the cost.
- Limited servings per bottle (30), requiring frequent repurchase.
- None specific.
$22.15($0.73 per serving)
 Vitacost | $ 24.59 | |
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| Ingredient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Vitamin C (organic Acerola) | 500 mg |
Categories
Vitamin C 75.0
It's a valid option within the Vitamin C collection, particularly for those valuing organic and natural sourcing, but its high price point makes it less competitive for general consumers.
Goals
Immunity 78.0
500mg of Vitamin C from a natural source is effective for immune support, potentially offering enhanced benefits due to accompanying plant compounds.
General Health 78.0
The natural origin of Vitamin C supports general well-being, but the high cost limits its overall value for everyday broad health support.
Anti-Inflammatory Support 77.0
Vitamin C is an antioxidant that helps reduce inflammation, and natural sources like Acerola may offer additional anti-inflammatory compounds.
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