Premium Buffered Vitamin C 500mg - Gentle on the stomach with magnesium ascorbate
Why choose VitaSpice Buffered Vitamin C?
Our high-quality buffered vitamin C as magnesium ascorbate (77.4%) is the stomach-friendly alternative to conventional ascorbic acid. With 500mg per capsule, it supports your immune system, protects cells from oxidative stress, and is particularly well-tolerated – perfect even for sensitive stomachs.
Advantages at a glance:
- ✓ 500mg buffered vitamin C per capsule
- ✓ Magnesium ascorbate (77.4%) - pH neutral
- ✓ Gentle on the stomach and well tolerated
- ✓ No stomach upset or heartburn
- ✓ Strengthens the immune system
- ✓ Powerful antioxidant against free radicals
- ✓ Important for collagen formation
- ✓ Contains added magnesium
- ✓ 240 capsules for an 8-month supply
- ✓ Vegan HPMC capsules
Who is buffered vitamin C suitable for?
Ideal for sensitive stomachs, to strengthen the immune system, as an antioxidant, for collagen production, or when there is an increased need for vitamin C. Especially recommended for people who cannot tolerate regular vitamin C or who wish to take higher doses.
What is buffered vitamin C?
Buffered vitamin C (magnesium ascorbate) is vitamin C bound to magnesium. This compound is pH-neutral (non-acidic) and therefore much gentler on the stomach than pure ascorbic acid. It offers all the benefits of vitamin C without the typical stomach upset.
Buffered vs. Normal - The difference:
| Buffered Vitamin C |
Regular Vitamin C
|
| pH-neutral (approx. 7) |
Acidic (pH 2-3) |
| Gentle on the stomach |
May irritate the stomach |
| No heartburn |
Can cause heartburn |
| Higher doses possible |
Limited by stomach tolerance |
| With magnesium |
Only Vitamin C |
| Better tolerated |
Can cause diarrhea |
How vitamin C works:
For the immune system:
- Strengthens the natural defenses
- Supports the function of immune cells
- Shortens the duration of colds
- Protects immune cells from oxidative stress
- Promotes antibody production
As an antioxidant:
- Neutralizes free radicals
- Protects cells from oxidative stress
- Regenerates Vitamin E
- Protects DNA, proteins and lipids
- Anti-aging effect
For collagen formation:
- Essential for collagen synthesis
- Important for skin, hair and nails
- Supports connective tissue
- Promotes wound healing
- Important for bones and cartilage
For iron absorption:
- Improves absorption of plant-based iron
- Converts iron into a more usable form
- Important for vegetarian/vegan diets
- Helps with iron deficiency
Other important features:
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Energy metabolism: Reduces tiredness and fatigue
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Nervous system: Supports normal psychological function
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Blood vessels: Important for normal blood vessel function
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Gums & Teeth: Maintains healthy gums
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Carnitine production: Important for fat burning
Benefits of magnesium ascorbate:
1. Gentle on the stomach:
- pH-neutral instead of acidic
- No irritation of the gastric mucosa
- No heartburn or acid reflux.
- Also tolerated on an empty stomach
2. Higher doses possible:
- Up to 2000mg daily without stomach upset
- No diarrhea threshold like with ascorbic acid
- Ideal for therapeutic applications
3. Additional magnesium:
- Each capsule also contains magnesium.
- Synergistic effect
- Two important nutrients in one
4. Better long-term effect:
- It is released more slowly
- Longer residence time in the body
- More consistent vitamin C levels
When is the need for vitamin C increased?
- For colds and infections
- Smokers (up to 40% higher demand)
- Stress (physical or mental)
- Athletes (oxidative stress)
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Older people
- With a one-sided diet
Vitamin C deficiency - signs:
- Frequent infections and colds
- Tiredness and exhaustion
- Poor wound healing
- Bleeding gums
- Dry, rough skin
- Joint pain
- Weak connective tissue
Scientifically proven:
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) confirms that vitamin C:
- Contributes to the normal function of the immune system
- protects cells from oxidative stress
- Contributes to normal collagen formation
- It helps reduce tiredness
- Iron absorption increases
Product dimensions
- Volume: 500ml
- Diameter: 104mm
- Height: 80.5 mm
- Label size: 300x50mm (WxH)
Recommended intake:
Take 1 capsule daily with sufficient liquid at mealtimes. In case of increased need (e.g., during a cold), 2 capsules can be taken daily.
Contents per can:
240 capsules (240 daily servings)
Ingredients:
Magnesium ascorbate (77.4%), capsule shell: hydroxypropylmethylcellulose (HPMC, vegan), acacia fiber, anti-caking agent: L-leucine
Nutritional values per capsule:
Vitamin C: 500mg (625% NRV*)
Magnesium: approx. 30mg
*NRV = Nutrient Reference Value
Special price information:
This product is available at a special price (best before 02/26). Vitamin C is very stable and retains its effectiveness even after the best before date if stored properly.
