Ester-C®
- Better absorption than vitamin C in L-ascorbic acid form1.
- Stomach-friendly – non-acidic form with neutral or alkaline pH.
- 24h activity – compared to regular ascorbic acid, it lasts longer in the body2.
- Any form of ingestion – swallow or bite.
- Patent-protected formula.
- Enriched with the addition of rosehip.
- 1 tablet is 100% of the NRV* of vitamin C.
- Manufactured in Norway.
Ester-C® a modern form of vitamin C in a patented formula. It is characterized by better bioavailability (absorption) than L-ascorbic acid1 and mild effects on the body. The non-acidic form of Ester-C® is gentle on the gastric mucosa. Thanks to a unique manufacturing process, this form of vitamin C lasts longer in the body, up to 24 hours, thus acting more effectively. The tablet has a pleasant citrus flavor and can be swallowed, chewed or sucked.
The importance of vitamin C for human organism has been positively reviewed in health claims issued by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA):
- Vitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
- Vitamin C contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system.
- Vitamin C contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
- Vitamin C contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism.
- Vitamin C contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
- Vitamin C contributes to normal psychological function.
- Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of blood vessels.
- Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of bones.
- Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage.
- Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of gums.
- Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin.
- Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of teeth.
- Vitamin C contributes to maintain the normal function of the immune system during and after intense physical exercise.
Ester-C®
| Ingredients | 1 tablet | %NRV* |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C (Ester-C®) | 80 mg | 100% |
| Powdered rosehips | 25 mg | – |
* Nutrient Reference Value
Ingredients: Inulin, sweetener: fructose, calcium L-ascorbate, sweetener: sorbitol, rosehip powder (Rosa canina L.), thickener: microcrystalline cellulose, cellulose gel, acidity regulator: citric acid, orange flavor, thickener: magnesium salts of fatty acids, anti-caking agent: calcium phosphates, lemon flavor, sweetener: sucralose, anti-caking agent: silicon dioxide.
Recommended daily dose: 1 tablet
How to use: The tablet can be swallowed whole or chewed before swallowing.
Caution: Do not exceed the recommended daily serving.
Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute (replacement) for a varied diet. A balanced diet and healthy lifestyle is very important.
This food supplement should not be used in pregnant or lactating women.
Consumption in excessive amounts may have a laxative effect.
Ester-C® is a registered trademark of The Ester C Company. Manufactured under U.S. Patent Nos. 6 197 813 and 6 878 744 and corresponding foreign patents.
Manufacturing series: on the packaging
Validity: until the date written on the packaging
Storage: In a dry place, at temperatures below 25°C, out of the reach of children.
Net weight:180g (360 tablets, 500mg each)
Manufactured by:
Pharmatech AS
Vallehellene 4,
1664 Rolvsøy, Norway
Distributor:
Natural Pharmaceuticals Sp. z o.o.,
ul. Domaniewska 28,
02-672 Warszawa
Sources:
¹Mitmesser SH, Ye Q, Evans M, Combs M. Determination of plasma and leukocyte vitamin C concentrations in a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial with Ester-C(®). Springerplus. 2016;5(1):1161.
²Bush MJ, Verlangieri AJ. An acute study on the relative gastro-intestinal absorption of a novel form of calcium ascorbate. Res Commun Chem Pathol Pharmacol. 1987;57(1):137-40. PMID:3671876.
