Have you ever shopped your local health food store in search of vitamin C and were literally bombarded with so many different “forms” vitamin C that you just didn't know which one to purchase?
Capsules, tablets, chewables, liquid form, powder, crystals, vitamin C gum, vitamin C syrup, time released, with or without Rose hips, ascorbic acid, the list goes on...
Trying to decide which type of vitamin C to get can be so confusing it may cause a person to walk away, but don't worry, it is not as confusing as you may think. This article will help clear up some facts so that it will make it easier when you decide to purchase your vitamin C supplements.
The Secret: Choose the vitamin C supplement that is most convenient for you
As you can tell by the list above, vitamin C comes in many different forms. All of those choices are just fine and the reason why there are many versions of vitamin C supplements is so that you can choose one that is convenient to your lifestyle.
Here is a quick overview of the different vitamin C versions that you will find in most any health food store:
1. Vitamin C products that say they are “Ascorbic acid” and contained in tablets or capsules are designed to be swallowed like a pill. This is the standard type of product that is sold and is most convenient for anyone.
2. Next you will find vitamin C that is sold as “Ascorbic acid crystals”. This vitamin C version is perfect for any adult, especially children, that cannot or do not want to swallow pills. It comes in a powdered form that mixes well with fruit juice and can even be mixed with mixtures such as applesauce. The only drawback is the sour taste but this can be diminished by mixing it with a specific liquid of your choice.
3. Chewable vitamin C tablets have become very popular in recent years. These pieces of “gum” typically contain 250 mg of vitamin C. They are especially enjoyed by children due to their tangy and fruity taste. However, there are a few drawbacks. One is price. Chewable vitamin C tablets tend to be much more expensive than most forms. Also, because sodium ascorbate is added to help reduce acidity levels, your tooth enamel can be damaged.
4. Some people get a sour stomach when they swallow the standard versions of vitamin C capsules because it contains ascorbic acid. If this is you, then you may want to take a buffered version of vitamin C tablets that contain sodium ascorbate.
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