 | Ester-C, The Better Vitamin C, is a unique form of vitamin C that's absorbed into your system and is well retained -- providing advanced, active immune system support.* |
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 | What is Ester-C? |  | Ester-C 500mg - Ester-C is gentle on the stomach and can be taken any time of year to promote heart, joint, antioxidant, skin, hair, and nail health*
- Ester-C is the #1 pharmacist recommended brand◊
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| Ester-C calcium ascorbate is a unique and patented form of vitamin C. It is made using a proprietary, water-based manufacturing process which results in a pH neutral product that contains naturally occurring vitamin C metabolites. These metabolites activate the vitamin C molecules, making it easier for the body to transport them from cell to cell for numerous health benefits.* |
| The Science Behind Ester-C Immune Support* |
| One clinical study showed that Ester-C increased vitamin C levels in the body.1 White blood cell levels of vitamin C were elevated in subjects receiving Ester-C when measured after initial dose. The presence of key metabolites such as threonate may contribute to this increased level and retention of vitamin C by the cells. |
 | Non-Acidic and Gentle On the Stomach* |
| In one published study, individuals sensitive to acidic foods were given one gram of vitamin C as ascorbic acid or as Ester-C. Subjects reported heartburn "significantly more frequent and severe after intake of ascorbic acid" and subjects rated Ester-C as tolerated "very good" -- significantly more than ascorbic acid.2 So for anyone who has difficulty tolerating vitamin C, it's comforting to know that Ester-C is non-acidic and gentle on the stomach.* |
| How Can Ester-C Help Me? |
| The main benefit of Ester-C is its quick absorption and retention in the immune system.* |
| What's in the Box |
| Ester-C 500mg. |
| *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. |
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Trademark Information:
Ester-C® and The Better Vitamin C® are registered trademarks of The Ester C Company. U.S. Patent Nos. 6,197,813 and 6,878,744. |
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| 1 | Moyad MA, Combs MA, Vrablic AS, Velasquez J, Turner B, Bernal S. vitamin C metabolites, independent of smoking status, significantly enhance leukocyte, but not plasma ascorbate concentrations. Adv Ther. 2008 Oct; 25(10): 995-1009. | | 2 | Gruenwald, J. et al. 2006. Safety and Tolerance of Ester-C® compared with regular ascorbic acid. Advances in Therapy. 23(1): Jan-Feb: 171-8. | | ◊ | Based on the results of the Pharmacy Times Survey among pharmacists who recommend a high potency vitamin C supplement, 2011. |
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