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Vitamin C Effervescent
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Vitamin C Effervescent (4 g) has 14 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.4 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 40 mg of Vitamin C covers 44% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 4 g
14
KCAL / 4G
Carbs
3.4g
· 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 | 14 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.4 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 (medium) | 4 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 g | 1 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 2 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 4 g | 14 kcal |
| 2 piece (large) | 8 g | 27 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 40 g | 136 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 340 kcal |
Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.
Dissolve Vitamin C Effervescent completely in water, then drink it; do not swallow or chew the tablet. Use the amount of water stated on the product instructions, since formulations can differ.
Vitamin C Effervescent does not reliably prevent colds or cure them. Regular vitamin C use may slightly shorten a cold for some people, but starting it after symptoms appear has not been shown to reliably stop the illness.
Yes, Vitamin C Effervescent can be taken daily if you follow the product’s directions. Avoid doubling up with other vitamin C supplements without checking your total intake, since high amounts can cause diarrhea or stomach discomfort.
You can take Vitamin C Effervescent with or without food. If it causes nausea, heartburn, or stomach discomfort on an empty stomach, take it with a meal instead.
High-dose vitamin C supplements may increase kidney-stone risk in some people, particularly with prolonged use. If you have kidney disease or a history of kidney stones, ask your doctor or dietitian before using Vitamin C Effervescent.
Use the amount of water specified on the Vitamin C Effervescent package. Tablets vary in size and formulation, so there is no single amount that applies to every product; let the tablet dissolve fully before drinking.
Many Vitamin C Effervescent tablets contain sodium because of the ingredients that make them fizz. The amount varies by product, so check its nutrition information if you follow a low-sodium diet or have been advised to limit salt.
It is better to dissolve Vitamin C Effervescent in cool or room-temperature water, not very hot water. Heat can reduce some vitamin C, and the product’s instructions should guide you if they specify a particular water temperature.
Children should use Vitamin C Effervescent only if the product is suitable for their age and its directions give a child-appropriate amount. Do not give a child an adult tablet, which may provide more vitamin C than intended.
Keep Vitamin C Effervescent tightly closed in its original tube or container, in a cool, dry place. Moisture can make the tablets fizz or crumble before use; drink a dissolved tablet soon after preparing it.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
40mg · 44% DV
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Sodium
14mg · 1% DV
Calcium
0.2mg · 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 14 calories in 1 piece (medium) (4 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 Effervescent is a tablet designed to fizz and dissolve in water, making a ready-to-drink supplement rather than a snack. Products may vary in flavour and sweeteners, but are often citrus-tasting. Dissolve the tablet in a glass of water and drink it once the fizzing has settled.
It is commonly taken at breakfast or during the day, depending on personal routine, and can be an easy alternative for people who dislike swallowing tablets. The nutrition table is mostly carbohydrates by weight, though the usual tablet serving is small. Check the pack for serving directions and ingredients, and use enough water to dissolve it fully.
Very 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
— Not 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.