Ester-C Effervescent 1000 mg Plus Electrolytes Natural Orange Flavor
About This Product
This American Health Ester-C Effervescent product is categorized as an 'Other Combination' supplement, primarily featuring a high dose of Vitamin C. It provides 1026 mg of Vitamin C, which research suggests may support immune function and antioxidant processes. The formula also includes several B vitamins, with Vitamin B6 (10 mg), Vitamin B12 (25 mcg), Niacin (5 mg), and Pantothenic Acid (2.5 mg) present at dosages considered clinically relevant. However, other ingredients such as Vitamin A, Thiamine, and Riboflavin are noted as underdosed. With an N+ Score of 54 and a grade of F, this product falls into the below-average tier, indicating concerns with overall ingredient adequacy and formula completeness despite 100% label transparency. This product might be considered by individuals seeking a high dose of Vitamin C and some B vitamins, though its overall formulation quality is low.
Strengths
- +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed
- +Broad ingredient diversity exceeding category norms
- +5 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
- +Rich formula with 21 active ingredients
Weaknesses
- −Several ingredients below clinically effective doses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (21 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 25.000 Calorie(s) | N/A |
| Thiamine | 0.380 mg | Under |
| Riboflavin | 0.430 mg | Under |
| Niacin | 5.000 mg | Adequate |
| Vitamin B6 | 10.000 mg | Optimal |
| Vitamin B12 | 25.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Pantothenic Acid | 2.500 mg | Adequate |
| Vitamin A | 223.000 IU | Under |
| Vitamin C | 1026.000 mg | Optimal |
| Calcium | 150.000 mg | Under |
| Magnesium | 60.000 mg | Under |
| Zinc | 2.000 mg | Under |
| Manganese | 0.500 mg | Under |
| Chromium | 5.000 mcg | Under |
| Total Carbohydrates | 6.000 Gram(s) | N/A |
| Folic Acid | 12.500 mcg | Under |
| Sodium | 100.000 mg | N/A |
| Potassium | 280.000 mg | Under |
| Phosphorus | 150.000 mg | Under |
| Chloride | 93.000 mg | Under |
| Antioxidant Health Proprietary Blend | 58.000 mg | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.