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NOW Supplements, Vitamin C-500 with Rose Hips, Antioxidant Protection*, 250 Tablets
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NOW Foods Supplements, Vitamin C-500 Calcium Ascorbate, Antioxidant Protection*, 250 Veg Capsules Review
Our verdict
NOW's Vitamin C-500 uses calcium ascorbate, a buffered form some people find easier on digestion than plain ascorbic acid, in a large 250-capsule vegan bottle.
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People who want a buffered, calcium-paired form of vitamin C in a large vegan capsule supply.
Skip if
You're tracking total calcium intake closely and want a vitamin C source without an added mineral, or you prefer tablets over capsules.
- Form Capsule
- Count 250 Count
- Flavor Unflavored
- Type Calcium, Vitamin C
- Diet Vegan
- Benefits Antioxidant, Immune Support
- Priced 14% below the category median ($17.72 across 87 tracked models)
Pros
- Calcium ascorbate form is buffered, which some find gentler than standard ascorbic acid
- Vegan capsule format
- Large 250-count bottle for extended daily use
- Labeled free of dairy, egg, nut, and soy
Cons
- Adds a calcium component, which may not suit those already tracking mineral intake elsewhere
- Unflavored capsule, so no taste variation for those who prefer flavored options
- Review count of roughly 1,300 is modest relative to some bestsellers in this category
Our scorecard
4.8/5
overall
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Owner rating4.8/5
4.8 average across 1,300 owner ratings
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Popularity1.3/5
1,300 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other home health monitors: bathroom scales, blood pressure monitors, pregnancy and ovulation tests, thermometers, body composition monitors, stethoscopes, glucose monitors and pulse oximeters we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
Formulated with calcium ascorbate rather than plain ascorbic acid, this capsule is built to be gentler on digestion while still delivering 500 mg of vitamin C per serving. It ships as an unflavored, vegan capsule in a large 250-count bottle, making it a straightforward swallow-and-go option for regular use.
The label pairs stated antioxidant and immune support claims with a dairy-, egg-, nut-, and soy-free ingredient profile, which broadens who it might work for compared to formulas built on animal-derived ingredients.
Specifications
| Form | Capsule |
|---|---|
| Count | 250 Count |
| Flavor | Unflavored |
| Type | Calcium, Vitamin C |
| Diet | Vegan |
| Benefits | Antioxidant, Immune Support |
| Allergens | Dairy Free, Egg Free, Nut Free, Soy Free |
Performance notes
Formulated with calcium ascorbate rather than plain ascorbic acid, this capsule is built to be gentler on digestion while still delivering 500 mg of vitamin C. The 250-count vegan capsule bottle is unflavored, making it a straightforward swallow-and-go option, and the label pairs stated antioxidant and immune support claims with a dairy-, egg-, nut-, and soy-free ingredient profile.
What buyers say
A 4.8-star average holds across roughly 1,300 reviews, a solid but comparatively smaller sample than some of NOW's higher-volume vitamin C listings.
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Frequently asked questions
What is calcium ascorbate?
It's a buffered form of vitamin C bound to calcium, which the maker markets as easier on digestion than standard ascorbic acid. It also means each capsule contributes a small amount of calcium.
Is this vegan?
Yes, the capsules are labeled vegan and free of dairy, egg, nut, and soy.
How long does a 250-count bottle last?
That depends on how many capsules you take per serving, but at one per day it would last roughly eight months. Check the label's serving size for the manufacturer's guidance.