Calcium Ascorbate
Calcium Ascorbate is the calcium salt of ascorbic acid. Ascorbic acid is the official name of vitamin C. Vitamin C is an important factor in iron absorption, is an antioxidant and it is needed to produce collagen.
Calcium ascorbate is a buffered form of vitamin C recommended for individuals who experience gastrointestinal discomfort with vitamin C supplementation. It was developed to alleviate the gastric irritation caused by the increased acidity of ascorbic acid.
Technical insights:
- Country of origin: China
- Starting material: Ascorbic acid from corn and calcium carbonate (ore)
- Pharmaceutical synthesis
- Stored form: White or yellowish crystal powder
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Ingredient Benefits
Easily absorbed form of vitamin C
Calcium ascorbate is a gentle form of vitamin C. When it is in the body the ascorbic acid (the proper name for vitamin C) is easily released from the ascorbate compound.
Gentle on the stomach
Calcium is a mineral salt added to ascorbic acid which results in changes in the pH, which is a better choice for those with sensitive stomachs.
Potent antioxidant with reduced acidity
Vitamin C donates electrons to stabilize free radical molecules with the added calcium to reduce the likelihood of gastrointestinal upset and acid reflux by not increasing stomach acid.
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