{"product_id":"calcium-ascorbate-powder","title":"Calcium Ascorbate Powder","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHighlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1000mg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalcium Ascorbate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH Neutral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eDescription\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin C is a powerful vitamin with infection-fighting properties, playing a large role in immune system function. Vitamin C is crucial for the formation of collagen, making this vitamin very important for wound repair, healthy gums, strong bones and teeth, and in the prevention of bruising.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a powerful antioxidant, it protects the aqueous areas of the body (including the blood, intracellular fluid and interstitial fluid) from free radicals. Because it is a water-soluble vitamin, the body cannot store vitamin C, making regular supplementation vital.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vitamin C formula is buffered with calcium and recommended for individuals who experience gastrointestinal discomfort with supplementation of vitamin C. It can be taken therapeutically at higher daily doses without gastrointestinal side effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural Factors Vitamin C Calcium Ascorbate is in crystal form, with 1000 mg of vitamin C per ¼ teaspoon dosage. This high vitamin C formula is easily dissolved in liquid and therefore offers optimal absorption and assimilation within the body. The crystals are free of artificial colours, preservatives and sweeteners, is suitable for vegetarian and vegans, and is free from GMOs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eSuggested Use\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Use: \u003c\/strong\u003eFor normal development and maintenance of bones, cartilage, teeth, and gums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Dose: \u003c\/strong\u003eAdult dose: Stir ¼ teaspoon daily into juice or any other liquid or food that is desired or as directed by a health care practitioner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCautions \u0026amp; Warnings: \u003c\/strong\u003eKeep out of the reach of children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContra-Indications: \u003c\/strong\u003eContains no artificial colours, preservatives, or sweeteners; no dairy, starch, sugar, wheat, gluten, yeast, soy, corn, egg, fish, shellfish, animal products, salt, tree nuts, or GMOs. Suitable for vegetarians\/vegans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003ctable cellpadding=\"3\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"100%\" class=\"supplement-facts\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServing Size: \u003c\/strong\u003e1 dose (¼ tsp)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"70%\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"15%\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePer Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalcium ascorbate\u003cbr\u003eEquivalent to 820 mg of vitamin C (ascorbic acid)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Natural Factors","offers":[{"title":"125g","offer_id":43538150948912,"sku":"2776501370","price":18.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0264\/5744\/0304\/files\/OptimumHealthE-CommerceTemplate204812.28.29PM_0931c442-135d-4402-885a-98de89a20f33.jpg?v=1699654228","url":"https:\/\/www.optimumhealth.ca\/products\/calcium-ascorbate-powder","provider":"Optimum Health","version":"1.0","type":"link"}