Pure Lab Vitamins Vitamin C 1000mg Slow Release, Corn Free Tapioca Source, Antioxidant and Connective Tissue Support, 120 Vegi-Caps

Pure Lab Vitamins Vitamin C 1000mg Slow Release Details

Pure Lab Vitamins Vitamin C Slow Release provides 1,000 mg of vitamin C per capsule as ascorbic acid from a tapioca (cassava) source — so it is corn free. A slow-release agent, hypromellose SR, forms a gel when it meets digestive fluids, and Pure Lab says one dose maintains serum vitamin C levels over 4 to 5 hours. Vitamin C helps in the development and maintenance of bones, cartilage, teeth and gums, aids connective tissue formation and is an antioxidant for the maintenance of good health. Each bottle holds 120 Vegi-Caps. Vegan, with no gluten, wheat, sugar, yeast, milk, egg, shellfish, soy, corn, preservatives or artificial colours. Made in Canada by Pure Lab Vitamins of Ottawa.

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Quick Facts

Who Vitamin C Slow Release Is For

• People who avoid corn — the ascorbic acid comes from tapioca
• Anyone who wants vitamin C released steadily over several hours rather than all at once
• People supporting connective tissue, wound healing, and healthy bones, cartilage, teeth and gums
• Adults who want a simple antioxidant in a 1,000 mg capsule
• Vegans and anyone avoiding gluten, soy and dairy

Who this product is NOT for:

• People with an active ulcer or gastritis, unless their health care practitioner advises it
• Anyone who wants a fast, immediate-release vitamin C — try Pure Lab Vitamin C 1000mg (corn free)
• People who can't swallow capsules

Vitamart's Take

Most vitamin C is released all at once. This one uses hypromellose SR, which forms a gel in the gut so the vitamin C is released more gradually — Pure Lab says one dose keeps serum levels up for 4 to 5 hours. The ascorbic acid comes from tapioca, which makes it a good choice for anyone avoiding corn. One or two capsules a day, vegan, and a short list of non-medicinal ingredients.

How Vitamin C Slow Release Compares

Slow release vs. regular capsule

Pure Lab Vitamin C 1000mg (corn free) uses the same tapioca-sourced ascorbic acid without the slow-release agent. Choose the slow-release version if you want vitamin C delivered over several hours from one capsule.

Tapioca-sourced vs. corn-sourced ascorbic acid

Much of the ascorbic acid on the market is made from corn. Pure Lab's is made from tapioca (cassava), so it is corn free.

Ascorbic acid vs. buffered vitamin C

This is plain ascorbic acid. Buffered forms like calcium ascorbate are less acidic. Pure Lab advises people with an active ulcer or gastritis to check with their practitioner before using this product.

What Is Slow Release Vitamin C?

• Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is an essential antioxidant the body cannot make on its own
• It is water-soluble and not stored in the body in large amounts, so it needs to be replenished regularly
• Slow-release capsules use an agent — here hypromellose SR, from poplar or birch tree pulp — that forms a gel with digestive fluids
• The gel lets the vitamin C release more slowly; Pure Lab says serum levels are maintained over 4 to 5 hours
• Pure Lab's ascorbic acid comes from tapioca (cassava root starch), not corn

Recommended Purpose

• Helps in the development and maintenance of bones, cartilage, teeth and gums
• Aids connective tissue formation and wound healing
• Helps the body metabolize fats and proteins
• An antioxidant for the maintenance of good health

How To Use

• Take 1 capsule 1–2 times daily, or as directed by a health care practitioner
• If you have an active ulcer or gastritis, ask your primary health care practitioner before use

Ingredients (per capsule)

Non-medicinal ingredients: 100% vegetarian capsule, microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate (veg source), hypromellose SR agent.

Frequently Asked Questions

Pairs Well With

• Pure Lab Vitamins Zinc Glycinate 23mg
• Pure Lab Vitamins Vegan Vitamin D3 2500IU
• Collagen Supplements
• Immune Health

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Adults: Take 1 capsule of Pure Lab Vitamins Vitamin C 1000mg Slow Release 1 or 2 times daily or as directed by a health care practitioner.