{"product_id":"now-vitamin-c-1000mg-with-bioflavanoids","title":"NOW C-1000 Vitamin C 1000mg Capsules with Bioflavonoids","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNOW C-1000 Vitamin C with Bioflavonoids Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOW C-1000 Vitamin C with Bioflavonoids\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers 1,000mg of pure ascorbic acid per capsule paired with citrus bioflavonoids and rosehips for whole-food synergy. Bioflavonoids are the natural plant compounds that accompany vitamin C in real fruit — they work alongside vitamin C to extend its antioxidant activity in the body. NOW is one of the most trusted value-tier supplement brands available, and their C-1000 is a workhorse daily vitamin C at one of the most accessible prices in Canada. Available in 100 or 250 capsule sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"vitamart-trust-strip\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamins Lowest Prices\u003c\/strong\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/pages\/low-price-guarantee\"\u003eLowest Price in Canada — Guaranteed\u003c\/a\u003e | Ships from Ontario across Canada\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNOW Foods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin C per capsule\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,000mg as ascorbic acid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdded compounds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCitrus bioflavonoids + rosehips\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 or 250 capsules\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVegan, kosher, non-GMO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest taken\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWith food, can be split through the day for steady levels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho NOW C-1000 Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults wanting a reliable daily vitamin C at the lowest cost per gram in Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople focused on daily immune support, especially during cold and flu season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmokers, who need significantly more vitamin C than non-smokers (research-supported)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone using vitamin C for collagen production support (skin, hair, nails, connective tissue)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive people supporting recovery and antioxidant balance after training\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople who want the bioflavonoid-enhanced version closer to whole-food vitamin C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho this product is NOT for:\u003c\/strong\u003e People with kidney stones (especially calcium-oxalate type) should consult their healthcare practitioner before taking high-dose vitamin C — it can increase oxalate excretion. People with hemochromatosis should be cautious — vitamin C enhances iron absorption. If you have a sensitive stomach, buffered vitamin C or vitamin C with sodium ascorbate is gentler than pure ascorbic acid. If you want a higher-absorption form for very high daily doses (\u0026gt;2,000mg), look at liposomal vitamin C instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVitamart's Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOW C-1000 is an everyday vitamin C supplement for immune and antioxidant support, providing 1,000 mg per capsule. It includes citrus bioflavonoids and rosehips, making it a more rounded option than plain vitamin C on its own. The 1,000 mg strength makes it a simple, high-potency choice for daily vitamin C support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow NOW C-1000 Compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eNOW C-1000 vs AOR C + Bioflavonoids\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth pair vitamin C with bioflavonoids. AOR C + Bioflavonoids includes a wider spectrum of citrus bioflavonoids (narirutin, didymin, hesperidin, hesperetin) at a premium-priced point. NOW C-1000 covers the basics at significantly lower per-capsule cost. AOR is the more sophisticated formula; NOW is the workhorse daily value. Both work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eNOW C-1000 vs AOR Vitamin C 1000mg\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAOR Vitamin C 1000mg is plain ascorbic acid without bioflavonoids — simplest possible formula at a moderate price. NOW C-1000 adds bioflavonoids and rosehips at a comparable per-capsule cost. NOW gives you more for similar money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eNOW C-1000 vs Liposomal Vitamin C\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiposomal vitamin C uses fat-based liposomes for higher absorption — useful at very high doses (2,000–3,000mg+) where standard vitamin C absorption plateaus. NOW C-1000 is fine for standard daily doses (1,000–2,000mg). Choose liposomal if you're specifically targeting high-dose support (recovering from illness, immune intensive care under practitioner guidance); choose NOW for everyday baseline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eNOW C-1000 vs Buffered Vitamin C\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePure ascorbic acid (like NOW C-1000) is acidic and can upset sensitive stomachs. Buffered vitamin C combines ascorbic acid with calcium, magnesium, or potassium salts to neutralize the acidity — gentler on stomachs but slightly less bang-per-mg of pure C. If you have a sensitive stomach or take vitamin C on an empty stomach, buffered is the kinder option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVitamin C: What It Actually Does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImmune function.\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitamin C concentrates in immune cells and is required for their normal function. Low vitamin C is associated with increased infection susceptibility; supplementation supports cell function and may modestly reduce cold duration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollagen synthesis.\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitamin C is required for the enzymatic step that converts proline into hydroxyproline — the bond that holds collagen together. Skin, blood vessels, tendons, ligaments, and bones all depend on collagen, which depends on vitamin C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAntioxidant action.\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitamin C neutralizes free radicals in water-based compartments of the body and helps recycle vitamin E (the fat-soluble antioxidant) — the two work as a team.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIron absorption.\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitamin C dramatically improves absorption of non-heme iron (the iron in plant foods and supplements). Take with iron for vegetarians or people with iron-deficiency anemia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBioflavonoid synergy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bioflavonoids extend the antioxidant action of vitamin C and may have their own benefits for capillary integrity, allergy support, and inflammation balance. They're why whole-fruit vitamin C tends to be more effective than isolated ascorbic acid in some contexts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmokers need more.\u003c\/strong\u003e Smoking dramatically increases vitamin C requirements (smokers are recommended to consume 35mg more daily than non-smokers, often more from supplementation).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBowel tolerance ceiling.\u003c\/strong\u003e Very high doses cause loose stools — the body's signal it can't absorb more. Most people tolerate up to 2,000–3,000mg daily without issue, split into multiple doses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults: Take 1 capsule daily with food. For higher daily doses during illness or for immune intensive support, split into 2–3 doses throughout the day (vitamin C is water-soluble — splitting maintains steadier blood levels than one big dose).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding (although vitamin C is generally considered safe), have kidney stones or kidney disease, have hemochromatosis or iron overload, are scheduled for surgery, or take medication. May affect glucose meter readings; if you have diabetes and monitor blood sugar, be aware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eHow much vitamin C should I take daily?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eHealth Canada's RDA is 75–90mg\/day for non-smokers, more for smokers. For active immune support, most practitioners recommend 500–1,000mg\/day. During illness or for short-term immune intensive use, some take 2,000–3,000mg\/day split into multiple doses. Above that, bowel tolerance becomes the limit.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWhat are bioflavonoids and why do they matter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBioflavonoids are the natural plant compounds that always accompany vitamin C in fruits and vegetables (citrus fruits, rosehips, berries). They extend vitamin C's antioxidant activity in the body and have their own benefits for capillary integrity, allergy support, and inflammation balance. NOW C-1000 includes citrus bioflavonoids and rosehips for this whole-food synergy.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWill vitamin C prevent colds?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eResearch is mixed. Daily vitamin C doesn't strongly prevent colds in the general population, but it does modestly reduce cold duration and may prevent colds in people under high physical stress (military trainees, marathon runners, etc.). At high doses started at the first sign of a cold, some research suggests it can reduce cold severity.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eShould I take it with iron?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIf you're iron-deficient or vegetarian, yes — vitamin C dramatically improves absorption of non-heme iron (plant iron and iron supplements). Take them together in the same meal. If you have iron overload (hemochromatosis), the opposite — don't combine, and consult your practitioner.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWill it upset my stomach?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAscorbic acid is acidic and can upset sensitive stomachs, especially on an empty stomach. Take it with food. If you have a particularly sensitive stomach, switch to buffered vitamin C (which combines ascorbic acid with calcium or magnesium to neutralize acidity).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between this and the tablet version?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNOW makes vitamin C in both capsule and tablet form. Capsules generally absorb slightly faster and are easier to swallow; tablets are denser and slightly lower cost per mg. 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