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High-dose vitamin C supplement
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (whole) of Vitamin C 1000 mg tablet (3 g) has 6 calories. That works out to 240 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.5 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 1000 mg of Vitamin C covers 1111% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (whole) · 2.5 g
6
KCAL / 2.5G
Carbs
1.5g
· 1% 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 | 6 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.5 g | 1% |
| 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 (whole) | 2.5 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 piece (quarter) | 0.6 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 1.3 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 2.5 g | 6 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 5 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 5 g | 12 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 7.5 g | 18 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 240 kcal |
Calculated from 240 calories per 100 g.
No, vitamin C 1000 mg tablet does not reliably prevent colds. Taking vitamin C regularly may slightly shorten a cold for some people, but starting a high-dose tablet after symptoms begin has not been shown to provide the same benefit.
Yes, many healthy adults can take it daily, but 1,000 mg is more than most people need from a supplement. Long-term use may cause digestive symptoms, so consider whether you need a high-dose tablet rather than assuming more is better.
It does not have to be taken with food, but taking vitamin C 1000 mg tablet with a meal can reduce stomach irritation. This is a practical option if supplements tend to cause nausea or heartburn for you.
It may increase kidney-stone risk in some people, particularly with high supplemental intake. If you have had kidney stones or have kidney disease, ask your doctor before using vitamin C 1000 mg tablet regularly.
It is not a proven treatment for a cold that is already underway. Regular vitamin C use may modestly shorten how long a cold lasts, but taking a 1,000 mg tablet only after symptoms appear is unlikely to make it go away quickly.
There is no established best time of day to take vitamin C 1000 mg tablet. Choose a time that is easy to remember, and take it with food if it bothers your stomach.
Only split vitamin C 1000 mg tablet if the product instructions allow it and the tablet is scored for splitting. Do not split an extended-release or specially coated tablet; if the format is unclear, ask a pharmacist.
Yes, vitamin C can help your body absorb non-heme iron, the type found in plant foods. Taking the tablet with an iron-containing meal may help, but it does not replace medical advice or prescribed treatment for iron deficiency.
A 1,000 mg adult tablet is not automatically appropriate for a child. Children’s needs vary by age, and too much can cause stomach upset or diarrhea; use a child-specific dose only when advised by a healthcare professional.
Vitamin C is needed during pregnancy, but a 1,000 mg supplement is not necessary for everyone and may duplicate what is in a prenatal vitamin. Ask your doctor or dietitian before adding it to your routine.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
1000mg · 1111% DV
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Calcium
0mg · 0% 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 6 calories in 1 piece (whole) (2.5 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.
Vitamin C 1000 mg tablet is a concentrated supplement, rather than a dish or a traditional food. Each tablet is labelled to provide 1000 mg of vitamin C, and it is generally taken with water according to the directions on its packaging. The tablet format makes it easy to carry and portion, unlike powders that need to be mixed into a drink or food.
Its flavour varies by product: some tablets taste mildly tart or are flavoured, while others are best swallowed with water. It can be taken at a convenient point in the day; there is no particular meal or serving tradition attached to it. Nutritionally, it provides no protein or fat and is not a substitute for a varied diet. Follow the label, and ask a pharmacist if you are unsure whether it suits you.
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.