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Sublingual supplement providing concentrated vitamin C
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Sublingual vitamin C supplement (1 g) has 4 calories. That works out to 400 calories per 100 g. It contains 1 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 200 mg of Vitamin C covers 222% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 95 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 1 g
4
KCAL / 1G
Carbs
1g
· 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 | 4 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1 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 (small) | 1 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 0.5 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 1 g | 4 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 2 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 2 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 20 g | 80 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 400 kcal |
Calculated from 400 calories per 100 g.
Place a sublingual vitamin C supplement under your tongue and let it dissolve, following the package directions. Avoid chewing or swallowing it straight away if the instructions call for dissolving it; products can differ in how they should be used.
A sublingual vitamin C supplement has not been shown to absorb faster or work better for everyone than a swallowed vitamin C tablet. Some absorption can occur through the mouth, but the formulation matters, and the sublingual label alone does not guarantee an advantage.
Yes, you can swallow a sublingual vitamin C supplement, but that skips the under-the-tongue method it was designed for. Follow the product instructions about letting it dissolve, since directions can vary between tablets, lozenges, and other forms.
Take the dose listed on the sublingual vitamin C supplement’s package; the amount of vitamin C can vary between products. A piece’s weight does not tell you its vitamin C dose, and taking several supplements together can add up to more than intended.
No, an empty stomach is not required for a sublingual vitamin C supplement. If it causes stomach discomfort, try taking it with food, while still following the package directions for whether it should dissolve under your tongue.
Yes, a sublingual vitamin C supplement can leave a sour taste or irritate the mouth for some people. Stop using it and rinse your mouth with water if irritation occurs; seek medical advice if the symptoms persist or are severe.
No, a sublingual vitamin C supplement is not proven to prevent colds. Regular vitamin C may slightly shorten how long a cold lasts for some people, but taking a supplement after symptoms begin does not cure the infection.
High vitamin C intake may increase urinary oxalate in some people, which can contribute to kidney stone risk. If you have had kidney stones or have kidney disease, ask a doctor or pharmacist before using a sublingual vitamin C supplement.
It depends on the medicine and your health conditions, so ask a pharmacist or doctor before combining a sublingual vitamin C supplement with regular medication. This is particularly important if you take cancer treatment or have a condition requiring monitored vitamin C intake.
Keep a sublingual vitamin C supplement tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Moisture can affect tablets or lozenges, so avoid storing the product in a humid bathroom and follow any storage directions on its package.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
200mg · 222% DV
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Sodium
0.5mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0mg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
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 4 calories in 1 piece (small) (1 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.
A sublingual vitamin C supplement delivers concentrated vitamin C in a form intended to dissolve beneath the tongue, commonly as a small tablet or lozenge. It is a supplement rather than a snack or a substitute for food, and the product label explains how to use it.
Flavour varies by brand, often leaning tart or sweet. Let it dissolve under your tongue instead of treating it like an ordinary chewable; people may fit it into a morning routine, but there is no particular meal it belongs with. Nutritionally, it is a source of a micronutrient rather than protein, fat or fibre. Check the serving directions and storage guidance, and review the label if you already use other supplements so you can keep track of overlapping ingredients.
Low
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 4
Ultra-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.