Vitamin C For Kids

What vitamin C does for kids

• Supports normal immune function — one reason it's popular during cold and flu season.
• Helps form collagen, the protein the body uses for skin, gums, cartilage and healing.
• Acts as an antioxidant, helping protect cells from everyday oxidative stress.
• Helps the body absorb iron from plant foods, which matters for kids on lighter-meat diets.

Forms of vitamin C for kids

• Chewable tablets — flavoured and easy for older kids; buffered forms like SISU Ester-C are gentler on the stomach.
• Gummies — a tasty favourite (Herbaland, Webber Sesame Street, SISU U-Cubes, Carlson); they contain some sugar.
• Liquids and drops — ideal for toddlers and younger children who can't yet chew; mix into a drink.
• Drink mixes — single-serve powders like Ener-C suit older kids and teens.
• Immune combinations — some pair vitamin C with zinc, elderberry or echinacea.

How much vitamin C do kids need?

Children's needs are small and rise with age. Most kids who eat fruit and vegetables get enough, and a supplement simply tops up shortfalls. More isn't better — large doses can cause stomach upset and loose stools — so follow the amount on the label for your child's age and don't double up across several supplements.

Choosing vitamin C for your child

Match the form to your child's age (liquids and drops for the youngest, chewables and gummies for older kids), check the sugar content if that matters to you, and decide whether you want plain vitamin C or a combination for cold-season support. For broader coverage, a kids' liquid multivitamin is another option.

A note on safety

Keep gummies and chewables out of reach — they look and taste like candy, and too many at once can upset a child's stomach. If your child is very young, takes other supplements, or has a health condition, check with your pharmacist or doctor before starting something new.

Vitamin C for kids in Canada

Every product here is available in Canada and ships from our Ontario warehouse.