Buffered Vitamin C Chewable, Natural Orange, 485 mg, 100 Chewables

Solaray Buffered Vitamin C Chewable, Natural Orange, 485 mg, 100 Chewables received a product quality score of 73/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 8 active ingredients Of the 11 inactive ingredients, 7 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, Solaray, holds a brand trust score of 81/100 with 4 verified certifications including Fda Gmp Inspections, Non Gmo Project, Nsf Gmp, Usda Organic.

Solaray Buffered Vitamin C Chewable, Natural Orange contains 8 active ingredients: Calories (10), Total Carbohydrate (2 g), Sugars (2 g), Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid, Calcium Ascorbate) (485 mg), Calcium (as Calcium Ascorbate) (16 mg), Acerola Cherry (juice powder) (15 mg), and 2 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Vitamin C at 539% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Solaray Buffered Vitamin C Chewable, Natural Orange, 485 mg, 100 Chewables 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.

Solaray receives a brand trust score of 81/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Salt Lake City & Park City, UT, USA (Manufacturing in Ogden, UT), the company offers 697 products in their lineup. They hold 4 verified certifications including Fda Gmp Inspections, Non Gmo Project, Nsf Gmp, Usda Organic. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: Solaray has 4 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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.

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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.