Big Friends, Chewable Vitamin C, Tangy Orange, 250 mg, 90 Chewable Tablets

Natural Factors Big Friends, Chewable Vitamin C, Tangy Orange, 250 mg, 90 Chewable Tablets received a product quality score of 77/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 6 active ingredients Of the 6 inactive ingredients, 2 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, Natural Factors, holds a brand trust score of 88/100 with 5 verified certifications including B Corp Certified, Usp Verified, Fda Gmp Inspections, Non Gmo Project.

Natural Factors Big Friends, Chewable Vitamin C contains 6 active ingredients: Xylitol (1 g), Vitamin C (ascorbic acid & sodium ascorbate) (250 mg), Sodium (sodium ascorbate) (15 mg), Citrus Bioflavonoids Extractcitrus fruits (Citrus limon, C. sinensis, C. paradisi, C. reticulata, C. aurantifolia) (fruit rind) (1 mg), Hesperidin Extract 4:1from 4 mg of orange (Citrus sinensis) (fruit rind) (1 mg), Rosehips (Rosa canina) (fruit) (1 mg). Notable high-dose ingredients include Vitamin C at 1,667% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Natural Factors Big Friends, Chewable Vitamin C, Tangy Orange, 250 mg, 90 Chewable Tablets has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.

Natural Factors receives a brand trust score of 88/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1950 and headquartered in Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada, the company offers 390 products in their lineup. They hold 5 verified certifications including B Corp Certified, Usp Verified, Fda Gmp Inspections, Non Gmo Project. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: Natural Factors has 5 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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The optimal dosage depends on your individual health needs, age, sex, and current nutrient levels. Recommended daily amounts are established by health authorities but may vary from therapeutic doses used in clinical research. It's important to check the Supplement Facts label for the exact amount per serving and compare it against the % Daily Value. Some supplements provide mega-doses well above the Daily Value, which may not be necessary and in some cases could be harmful — particularly for fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) that accumulate in the body. GoodSupp's efficacy analysis evaluates whether a product's dosages align with clinically studied amounts. Always consult your healthcare provider for personalized dosage recommendations.