Introduction to Vitamin C Labels
You might recall our previous blog about man-made Vitamin C. And our natural vs. synthetic showdown. Now, let’s pull back the curtain on those ‘fancy’ Vitamin C labels.
The Reality of ‘Whole Food’ Claims
Real whole food vitamin C is pricier to make. So, to save a buck, some brands might add synthetic bits but still call it ‘whole food’. Yep, that’s right.
Identifying Authentic Vitamin C Sources
So how do you spot the real from the fake?
Look at the supplement facts. Real sources of vitamin C? Think of fruits or plants. Then, look at ‘Other Ingredients’. Fewer items, especially just the capsule or some whole foods ingredients? Thumbs up.
Decoding Marketing Tactics and Ensuring Quality
But here’s the catch! Brands use snazzy names like ‘vitamin C complex’, ‘Super C Complex’ or ‘Raw Vitamin C’. Sounds legit, but let’s see what might be hiding inside.
Under these fancy names, they might sneak in:
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‘Ascorbic acid’ – that’s synthetic.
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Something ‘derived from Saccharomyces Cerevisiae’ which still has synthetic vitamin C.
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‘powder from fruit juice’ or ‘extract from plants and fruits’.
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a mix of ascorbic acid with fruit extracts.
Paying top dollar for whole food vitamin C? You should get a genuine product. No compromises!
We’re all about keeping things clear and straightforward. Making the best choices should be easy.
Knowledge is power. Stay sharp, stay informed, and always, stay intact!
