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Ascorbyl Palmitate 500 mg

Source Naturals
4.7
(231 ratings)
Vitamin C 203 mg
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Score 75.0

A fat-soluble Vitamin C (Ascorbyl Palmitate) offering specialized antioxidant protection for cell membranes, but provides a lower elemental Vitamin C dose.

Quantity: 90 Tablet(s)Servings size: 1 Tablet(s) (90 servings)
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Immunity
General Health
Skin Health
Anti-Aging
Anti-Inflammatory Support

Score 75.0

A fat-soluble Vitamin C (Ascorbyl Palmitate) offering specialized antioxidant protection for cell membranes, but provides a lower elemental Vitamin C dose.

Analysis

This product features Ascorbyl Palmitate, a lipid-soluble form of Vitamin C, which differs from common water-soluble forms by its ability to integrate into cell membranes, providing antioxidant protection in these fatty environments. While a dose of 500mg Ascorbyl Palmitate is provided, it yields only 203mg of actual elemental Vitamin C. This makes it less suitable for broad systemic Vitamin C repletion. It also contains a minor amount of calcium. Online reviews often highlight its use for skin health and anti-aging due to its unique fat-soluble properties. Nutritionists might recommend it for specific antioxidant strategies, particularly for dermatological or neurological health, in conjunction with water-soluble Vitamin C.

Pros
  • Unique fat-soluble form of Vitamin C, providing antioxidant benefits in lipid environments like cell membranes.
  • Useful for specific applications in skin health and anti-aging.
  • Reasonable price for a specialized form.
Cons
  • Delivers only 203mg of elemental Vitamin C per 500mg, making it inefficient for general Vitamin C daily requirements.
  • Not a primary source for high-dose systemic Vitamin C.
  • Lower review count compared to the NOW equivalent, suggesting less market presence.
Warnings
  • Should be understood as a specialized form of Vitamin C, not a direct replacement for water-soluble forms for general Vitamin C deficiency or high-dose needs.
$11.92($0.13 per serving)
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Ingredients
IngredientAmount per serving
Vitamin C (Ascorbyl Palmitate) 203 mg
Calcium (Dibasic Calcium Phosphate) 102 mg
Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C Ester) 500 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Dairy Free Sugar Free
Categories
Vitamin C 75.0
A niche yet valuable product in the Vitamin C category for its unique fat-soluble benefits, but less suitable for those seeking high doses of traditional Vitamin C.
Goals
Skin Health 85.0
Particularly effective for skin health due to its fat solubility, allowing it to integrate into skin cell membranes for direct antioxidant protection against environmental damage.
Anti-Aging 85.0
Valuable for anti-aging, as it specifically targets lipid peroxidation in cell membranes, contributing to cellular longevity and protection from oxidative stress.
General Health 70.0
Contributes to general health through its antioxidant properties, but its specialized fat-soluble nature means it's best as a complement rather than a primary general health Vitamin C supplement.
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