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High-dose vitamin C, antioxidant support
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Vitamin C supplement (2000 mg) (3 g) has 0 calories. That works out to 8 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.1 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 50 mg of Vitamin C covers 56% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 2.5 g
0
KCAL / 2.5G
Carbs
0.1g
· 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 | 0 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.1 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 (medium) | 2.5 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 1 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 2.5 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 5 g | 0 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 5 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 25 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 50 g | 4 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 8 kcal |
Calculated from 8 calories per 100 g.
For adults, 2,000 mg per day is the tolerable upper limit for vitamin C from all sources, not a recommended daily target. Taking this supplement every day can reach that limit before food is counted, and children have lower limits.
Yes, a Vitamin C supplement (2000 mg) can cause diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, or heartburn. These effects are more likely at high doses because unabsorbed vitamin C can draw water into the bowel; taking it with food may ease stomach discomfort.
No, a Vitamin C supplement (2000 mg) does not reliably prevent colds for most people. Regular vitamin C use may slightly shorten a cold, but starting a high dose after symptoms appear generally does not make a clear difference.
You do not have to take a Vitamin C supplement (2000 mg) with food. If it irritates your stomach, take it with a meal or shortly after eating; follow the product directions for whether the tablet needs to be dissolved or swallowed.
It can increase urinary oxalate, which may raise kidney-stone risk in some people, especially with high supplemental intakes. If you have had kidney stones or have kidney disease, ask your doctor whether this dose is appropriate for you.
Splitting the dose can be useful if the product instructions allow it. The body absorbs a smaller share of a large single dose, and taking smaller amounts at different times may be easier on your stomach.
Yes, vitamin C helps the body absorb non-heme iron, the type found in plant foods and many iron supplements. That does not mean everyone needs a 2,000 mg dose; a smaller amount of vitamin C can also support iron absorption.
Yes, vitamin C and zinc can generally be taken together; there is no common direct interaction between them. Check the amount of zinc in any other supplements you use, since taking excessive zinc over time can cause problems of its own.
There is no proven best time of day for a Vitamin C supplement (2000 mg). Choose a time you can stick to, and take it with food if it causes stomach discomfort; splitting the dose may also be an option if the directions permit.
A high dose can increase the amount of vitamin C and oxalate excreted in urine, but it is not a reliable way to change urine acidity. Do not use this supplement to try to alter urine pH or treat a urinary problem.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
50mg · 56% 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.
Vitamin C supplement (2000 mg) is a concentrated product intended to add vitamin C to the diet; the amount in its name indicates a high-dose option. Supplements come in different forms, such as tablets, capsules or powders, so check the packaging for the directions that apply to your product.
People take it with water, often alongside a meal or at a time that fits their routine; it is not a source of meaningful energy, protein or fibre. Follow the product label rather than assuming that a high-dose supplement is suitable for everyday use. If you take regular medication or are unsure whether it suits you, ask a health professional.
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.
Medium
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.