Ester-C Plus, Vitamin C, 500 mg, 90 Capsules

Solgar Ester-C Plus, Vitamin C, 500 mg, 90 Capsules received a product quality score of 83/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, indicating strong overall quality. The product contains 3 active ingredients Of the 4 inactive ingredients, 3 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, Solgar, holds a brand trust score of 66/100 with 2 verified certifications including Halal Certified, Kosher Certified.

Solgar Ester-C Plus, Vitamin C contains 3 active ingredients: Vitamin C(as Ester-C® Calcium Ascorbate) (500 mg), Calcium(as Ester-C® Calcium Ascorbate) (55 mg), Citrus Bioflavonoids ComplexCitrus Bioflavonoids (Citrus limon)(fruit), Sweet Orange, Tangerine,Lime, Lemon, Acerola, Rutin,Hesperidin Complex (Citrus spp.)(fruit), Naturally Occurring Vitamin C Metabolites (200 mg). 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.

Solgar Ester-C Plus, Vitamin C, 500 mg, 90 Capsules 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.

Solgar receives a brand trust score of 66/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1947 and headquartered in Leonia, New Jersey, United States, the company offers 295 products in their lineup. They hold 2 verified certifications including Halal Certified, Kosher Certified. 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.

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.