AlphaSorb-C 500
Product Analysis
Transparency Excellent
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C (as Threonic Acid enhanced buffered Calcium Ascorbate) | 500 mg | 556% |
| Calcium (as Calcium Ascorbate) | 60 mg | 5% |
| Transport C-PLUS | 650 mg | † |
| Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex | 100 mg | † |
| Acerola powder | 25 mg | † |
| Rose Hips | 25 mg | † |
| Rutin powder (as Sophora japonica) | 25 mg | † |
Bioavailability Very Good
Absorption Rating
- Vitamin C (as Threonic Acid enhanced buffered Calcium Ascorbate) Good
- Calcium (as Calcium Ascorbate) Good
- Acerola powder Good
- Rose Hips Fair
- Rutin powder (as Sophora japonica) Fair
Other Ingredients Excellent
Fillers & Additives
- Cellulose
- Cellulose Powder
- Stearic Acid
- Magnesium Stearate
- Silica
Efficacy Fair
Dosage Analysis
- Vitamin C (as Threonic Acid enhanced buffered Calcium Ascorbate) 500 mg Effective
- Calcium (as Calcium Ascorbate) 60 mg Under-dosed
- Acerola powder 25 mg Under-dosed
- Rose Hips 25 mg Under-dosed
- Rutin powder (as Sophora japonica) 25 mg Effective
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C (as Threonic Acid enhanced buffered Calcium Ascorbate) | 500 mg | 556% |
| Calcium (as Calcium Ascorbate) | 60 mg | 5% |
| Transport C-PLUS | 650 mg | † |
| Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex | 100 mg | † |
| Acerola powder | 25 mg | † |
| Rose Hips | 25 mg | † |
| Rutin powder (as Sophora japonica) | 25 mg | † |
Other Ingredients
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Certifications
5 certifications
Is NOW AlphaSorb-C 500 a good supplement?
NOW AlphaSorb-C 500 received a product quality score of 80/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, indicating strong overall quality. The product contains 7 active ingredients All 5 inactive ingredients (fillers, binders, capsule materials) are rated safe — a clean formulation with no flagged additives. The manufacturer, NOW, holds a brand trust score of 89/100 with 5 verified certifications including Informed Sport, Npa Gmp, Fda Gmp Inspections, Non Gmo Project.
What are the ingredients in NOW AlphaSorb-C 500?
NOW AlphaSorb-C 500 contains 7 active ingredients: Vitamin C (as Threonic Acid enhanced buffered Calcium Ascorbate) (500 mg), Calcium (as Calcium Ascorbate) (60 mg), Transport C-PLUS (650 mg), Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex (100 mg), Acerola powder (25 mg), Rose Hips (25 mg), and 1 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Vitamin C at 556% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.
Is NOW AlphaSorb-C 500 safe to take?
NOW AlphaSorb-C 500 has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. All 5 inactive ingredients — including capsule materials, fillers, and binders — are rated safe based on regulatory data and published safety research. This is a clean formulation with no controversial additives. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.
Is NOW a trustworthy supplement brand?
NOW receives a brand trust score of 89/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1968 and headquartered in Bloomingdale, Illinois, USA, the company offers 53 products in their lineup. They hold 5 verified certifications including Informed Sport, Npa Gmp, Fda Gmp Inspections, Non Gmo Project. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. No regulatory violations or FDA warning letters were found in our research.
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