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Immune support, stomach-friendly vitamin C, supplement
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Ester-C vitamin tablet (1 g) has 3 calories. That works out to 230 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.7 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 960 mg of Vitamin C covers 1067% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 1.2 g
3
KCAL / 1.2G
Carbs
0.7g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 3 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.7 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 1.2 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 0.6 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 1.2 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 2 g | 5 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 2.4 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 36 g | 83 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 230 kcal |
Calculated from 230 calories per 100 g.
An Ester-C vitamin tablet is a supplement containing a branded form of vitamin C, usually calcium ascorbate. Some versions also include vitamin C metabolites or bioflavonoids, so the full ingredient list can vary between products.
An Ester-C vitamin tablet uses a less acidic form of vitamin C than the ascorbic acid found in many standard supplements. It may feel gentler for some people, but evidence does not establish that it works better for everyone.
No, an Ester-C vitamin tablet is not proven to prevent colds. Vitamin C supports normal immune function, but taking the supplement should not be considered a way to avoid infection or treat an illness.
You can take an Ester-C vitamin tablet with food or on an empty stomach. Taking it with a meal may be more comfortable if supplements tend to make you feel nauseated or upset your stomach.
Yes, an Ester-C vitamin tablet can be taken daily if you follow that product’s directions. The amount in each tablet varies, and a supplement may be unnecessary if your diet already provides enough vitamin C.
Take the number of Ester-C vitamin tablets stated on the specific product’s directions; tablet strengths differ, so there is no single amount that applies to every product. Avoid combining supplements without checking their total vitamin C content.
An Ester-C vitamin tablet may cause nausea, diarrhoea, or stomach cramps, particularly when taken in excess. These effects are related to vitamin C intake and are not ruled out just because the tablet uses a less acidic form.
An Ester-C vitamin tablet is not proven to be absorbed better in a way that gives everyone a meaningful health advantage. Claims that its metabolites keep vitamin C in the body longer should not be taken as established proof of superior results.
Yes, vitamin C in an Ester-C vitamin tablet can affect some medicines, treatments, or laboratory test results. If you take regular medication or are receiving cancer treatment, ask your doctor or pharmacist before adding the supplement.
People with a history of kidney stones should ask a doctor before using an Ester-C vitamin tablet, especially at high doses. Vitamin C can increase urinary oxalate in some people, and those with kidney disease or iron-overload conditions also need individualized advice.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
960mg · 1067% DV
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Calcium
480mg · 48% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0mg · 0% DV
Zinc
0mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 3 calories in 1 piece (medium) (1.2 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
An Ester-C vitamin tablet is a dietary supplement intended to provide vitamin C, rather than a food eaten as part of a meal. Ester-C is the name used for its form of vitamin C; other ingredients can vary between products, so check the label for the full ingredient list and directions.
It is typically swallowed with water, at a time that fits your routine; some people prefer taking supplements with a meal. The tablet’s taste and texture depend on the particular product. The nutrition figures are listed per 100 g, while a tablet is a much smaller serving. For a convenient option when travelling or away from home, keep it in its original packaging and follow the product’s instructions.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.