How do I take the vitamin C powder and how long does a pack last?
Take 1 g (1 scoop) a day, dissolved in water or juice or in a shake.
One pack contains 500 g. At 1 g a day that is 500 days.
How do I dissolve the powder, and what does it taste like?
Dissolve 1 g (1 scoop) in water or juice, or mix it into a shake. The powder is pure L-ascorbic acid and tastes sour.
How much vitamin C is in one scoop?
1 scoop is 1 g of powder and provides 1000 mg vitamin C (1250% RI). The scoop is included in the pack (according to the manufacturer: 1 serving = 1 scoop = 1 g).
Does the vitamin C powder contain sugar or sweetener?
No. It is pure L-ascorbic acid without additions: no sugar, no sweetener and no flavouring.
What does the authorised claim say about vitamin C and physical exercise?
Vitamin C contributes to maintain the normal function of the immune system during and after intense physical exercise. The beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 200 mg vitamin C in addition to the recommended daily intake of vitamin C. One serving (1 g of powder) contains 1000 mg vitamin C (1250% RI). The powder is intended for adults.
Is OstroVit Vitamin C powder vegan, and does it contain gluten, lactose or soy?
Yes. The powder contains only vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), with no animal ingredients.
No. Allergens: none of the legally designated allergens as an ingredient; produced in a facility that also processes milk (incl. lactose), soy, peanuts, nuts, sesame, gluten, egg, crustaceans and fish. Gluten, milk (lactose) and soy are among the legally designated allergens.
What is in one scoop of vitamin C powder (1 g)?
Per daily dose (1 g): Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) 1000 mg (1250% RI).
The full ingredient list is in the Composition tab.
Is the vitamin C powder ascorbic acid or buffered vitamin C?
This product contains vitamin C as L-ascorbic acid, pure powder with no additives. Buffered vitamin C is a salt of ascorbic acid, such as sodium ascorbate or calcium ascorbate.
Both are permitted in food supplements in the EU. We make no statements about differences in effect.
Isn't 1000 mg of vitamin C per scoop of powder too much?
The reference intake (RI) for vitamin C is 80 mg a day. 1 g of powder provides 1000 mg, which is 1250% RI.
EFSA has not set a tolerable upper intake level (UL) for vitamin C. Stick to 1 g a day.
Which EU health claims apply to OstroVit Vitamin C powder?
These are the health claims the EU has authorised for the vitamins in this product:
- Vitamin C contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism
- Vitamin C contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
- Vitamin C contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system
- Vitamin C contributes to normal psychological function
- Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of bones
- Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage
- Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of blood vessels
- Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of gums
- Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of teeth
- Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin
- Vitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system
- Vitamin C contributes to maintain the normal function of the immune system during and after intense physical exercise
- Vitamin C contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress
- Vitamin C contributes to the regeneration of the reduced form of vitamin E
- Vitamin C increases iron absorption
The beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 200 mg vitamin C in addition to the recommended daily intake of vitamin C.
How do I know OstroVit Vitamin C powder contains what the label says?
Made in the EU (Poland). The certificate of analysis (CoA) is available per batch on request via coa@suppstore.com. State the EAN (5902232612493) or the batch number on your packaging and we will send the certificate for your batch.
How should I store the vitamin C powder and what is the shelf life?
Storage: 15-25 °C, dry, in the original closed packaging, away from sunlight.
The best-before date and the batch number are on the packaging.
How is my order shipped?
Every order ships with Track & Trace, so you can follow your parcel. You will see the shipping costs and the expected delivery time for your address before you pay.
How can I pay?
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Can I return my order?
Yes. You have a 100-day money-back guarantee: return products within 100 days and you get your money back. Returns are free. For hygiene reasons, we do not accept opened packaging. Read our refund policy.