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Vitamin C Powder 5000 mg
Solaray
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
(331 ratings)
Vitamin C 5000 mg
Score 60.0
A very high-dose (5000mg) unbuffered ascorbic acid powder, best suited for specific mega-dosing protocols rather than general daily Vitamin C intake.
Quantity: 8 Ounce(s)Servings size: 5 Gram(s) (45 servings)
Selected goals:
Other goals:
Immunity
General Health
Skin Health
Anti-Aging
Anti-Inflammatory Support
leaderboard Score 60.0
A very high-dose (5000mg) unbuffered ascorbic acid powder, best suited for specific mega-dosing protocols rather than general daily Vitamin C intake.
This product provides a massive 5000mg dose of ascorbic acid per serving, available in a powder form that allows for customizable and very high dosing. While beneficial for specific protocols like 'bowel tolerance' dosing during acute illness, or for mixing into large volumes of water, a single 5000mg dose of unbuffered ascorbic acid is likely to cause significant digestive upset (diarrhea) in many individuals. Moreover, the body's absorption efficiency of Vitamin C decreases sharply at very high single doses. Online reviews for similar products often mention its potency and versatility for mega-dosing, but nutritionists typically advise lower, more frequent doses for optimal absorption and gastric comfort for general use.
- Extremely high dose (5000mg) for specific therapeutic or mega-dosing needs.
- Powder form offers maximum flexibility for custom dosing and mixing into beverages.
- Relatively cost-effective per milligram if one requires such high doses.
- Unbuffered ascorbic acid at this very high dose is highly likely to cause digestive upset (e.g., diarrhea).
- Absorption efficiency of Vitamin C decreases significantly at single doses above 1000-2000mg.
- Not practical or necessary for general daily Vitamin C supplementation.
- Requires measuring, less convenient than pre-dosed forms.
- Very high doses of ascorbic acid can cause significant gastrointestinal discomfort and osmotic diarrhea.
- Not recommended for regular daily supplementation unless advised by a healthcare professional for specific conditions.
$18.89($0.41 per serving)
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| Ingredient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Vitamin C, Powder (Ascorbic Acid) | 5000 mg |
Categories
Vitamin C 60.0
A niche product within the Vitamin C category, serving a very specific need for ultra-high dosing or custom powder formulation, but not a general recommendation due to potential side effects and diminishing returns on absorption.
Goals
Immunity 65.0
While high doses of Vitamin C are used for acute immune support, the sheer quantity and unbuffered nature make it prone to digestive issues, potentially hindering consistent benefits, suitable only for specific high-dose regimens.
Anti-Inflammatory Support 60.0
Can provide powerful anti-inflammatory support in high doses, but the unbuffered nature and digestive intolerance risk limit its broad applicability for consistent anti-inflammatory regimens.
General Health 55.0
Overkill for general health, and the potential for digestive side effects makes it less suitable for consistent daily foundational well-being compared to more moderate, tolerable doses.
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