Vitamin C Chewable

Chewable Vitamin C

Chewable forms of vitamin C can be purchased as flavoured tablets, gummies, or easy-melt wafers, and their biggest advantage is convenience. They are ideal supplements for children, as well as anyone who has trouble swallowing, such as the elderly. Research suggests that roughly 60% of people over the age of 60 may occasionally struggle with swallowing (dysphagia). This may be caused by “dry mouth” either as a result of a reduction in the production of saliva, or the use of certain medications. Other diseases such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and Motor Neurone disease can also affect one’s ability to swallow, as can strokes and throat or esophagus problems.

Beyond swallowing difficulties, it’s a well-documented fact that many consumers suffer from “pill fatigue”, and are thus increasingly on the lookout for alternative forms of supplements (anything other than traditional capsules and tablets). Chewable C is ideal for these individuals.

Chewable Vitamin C Supplement Features

Absorption

Chewable forms of vitamins are an easy delivery format that’s nutrients start to be digested directly inside the mouth (in fact, the longer you chew them, the better their absorption will be). Indeed, the active ingredients in chewable vitamin C supplements are absorbed directly in the buccal environment as opposed to having to pass through the acidic stomach environment, which further enhances the absorption.

Dosing

Chewable vitamin C is typically available in 500mg potency, though it does also come in lower doses like 50, 60, 100, and 125mg.

What a lot of people appreciate about chewable vitamin C beyond the yummy flavours, is that while it does offer precise dosing, the dose can also easily be adapted to suit your unique needs. Also worth noting is the fact that the body can't store vitamin C, so taking multiple doses (typically 2 to 3) throughout the day is ideal and will ensure you always have optimal vitamin C levels.

Storage

Chewable C supplements should be kept in a cool, dry place, away from heat, light, and moisture to maintain potency and shelf-life.

Chewable Vitamin C Excipients

Something to keep in mind if you’re considering a chewable form of vitamin C is that like traditional tablets, they do call for fillers and a range of other excipients, as well as flavours and sugars/sweeteners, so you should pay attention to the list of “non-medicinals” to make sure these are as clean as possible. Ideally, select a chewable vitamin C from a reputable brand that adheres to full label disclosure, so you know exactly what you’re putting inside your body.

Getting The Most Out of Your Vitamin C Supplement

Chewable vitamin C comes either in regular ascorbic acid form, or as buffered/esterified vitamin C (Ester-C or calcium ascorbate). If you have a sensitive stomach, suffer from hyperactivity, or usually experience GI issues (gas, bloating, loose stools) when taking regular ascorbic acid, then look for buffered C/Ester-C, because they are much milder on the stomach, and research suggests, they are also better absorbed and used by the body.