Ester C Caps

ESTER C Vitamin C

WHY CHOOSE ESTER C CAPSULES?

Numerous studies have demonstrated that those who eat a diet rich in vitamin C have a much lower risk of developing diseases such as cancer, vision loss, diabetes, obesity, as well as chronic inflammation, one of the leading causes of age-associated chronic diseases like arthritis, cardiovascular disease, and neurodegenerative conditions. Ester C vitamin C is one of the most popular immune boosting supplements, let's see if the capsule format is right for you.

Of the many different forms of vitamin C on the market, Ester C is one of the most popular, and with good reason. It is one of the most studied forms of vitamin C and offers excellent bioavailability and absorption, as well as is mild on the GI tract. Ester C is offered in various forms, tablet, powder, chewable, as well as convenient capsule form. While most forms of Ester C offer similar bioavailability and absorption, each will have its own specificities and uniqueness. The right form for you will be based on your health status and goals, the health of your gastrointestinal system, as well as your particular preferences. However, when it comes to convenience, very little beats capsules. Indeed, capsules are practical, easy to use, and have very little to no excipients to boot (unlike tablets)! Capsules are also easy to digest and can be selected based on your personal preferences, vegetable-based, or traditional gelatin-based. In addition, capsules are an oxygen barrier and offer excellent chemical stability. This makes your Ester C capsules durable, and allows you more freedom to bring them along pretty much anywhere you go, from home to the office, gym, travel, and more!

BENEFITS of ESTER C CAPSULES

• Easy to Swallow

• Immune Booster – Fight the Cold & Flu

• Optimal Bioavailability & Absorption

• Provides Antioxidant protection

• Non-Irritating for the Stomach

WHO NEEDS ESTER C CAPSULES?

Capsules are the ideal choice for you if have trouble swallowing large tablets, as well as if you're looking for a fast-acting vitamin C that’s convenient to take. Supplementation Capsules are also ideal if you have a hard time with the smell and taste of tablets (a common annoyance). They are also great for those who intend to throw their supplements into their purse or gym bag since they are tamper-resistant, so you don’t have to worry about broken pills and messes to pick up.

Potency & Dosing

Ester C capsules can be purchased in 500 to 1,000 mg potency, and the recommended dosing is usually in the 500mg to 4g daily dose. Keep in mind that vitamin C should be taken in divided doses to avoid loose stools or diarrhea (that while far less common with the Ester C form of vitamin C, can still occur if too high a dose is taken at one time).

Final Thoughts

While Ester C capsules offer very distinct health benefits, it's also important to know that they do also have a few disadvantages. Some of the most obvious include:

• Capsules are less stable than tablets, and are more vulnerable to the environment, especially humidity.

• Capsules have a shorter shelf life than tablets.

• Capsules are more expensive than tablets (which are typically the least expensive delivery form).

• Capsules usually provide a lower dose than tablets simply because they cannot accommodate as much of the active ingredients as tablets. This means you often need to take more capsules to get the same dose.

• Capsules have a shorter shelf life than tablets, so factor that in when you’re selecting your formula.

• Lower doses. Capsules cannot accommodate as much medication as tablets. You might need to take more to get the same dose as you would in a tablet.