Calcium Ascorbate
Calcium Ascorbate is a form of Vitamin C that is combined with calcium, making it a gentle and non-acidic supplement, often used to support immune function and overall health.
Effectiveness and Risk Overview
Condition | Effectiveness | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Oxidative Stress | Calcium Ascorbate, being a form of Vitamin C, has strong antioxidant properties that reduce oxidative stress, supported by numerous clinical studies and systematic reviews. | |
| Antioxidant Activity | As a potent antioxidant, Calcium Ascorbate neutralizes free radicals, thereby supporting overall health and reducing the risk of chronic diseases associated with oxidative stress. | |
| Common Cold | Vitamin C supplementation, such as Calcium Ascorbate, has been shown to reduce the incidence and severity of the common cold, although the effect size can vary, as seen in meta-analyses. | |
| Iron Deficiency Anemia | Vitamin C enhances iron absorption, and Calcium Ascorbate can help improve iron deficiency anemia by facilitating non-heme iron absorption, supported by clinical studies. | |
| Can cause gastrointestinal issues. | Some individuals may experience gastrointestinal side effects such as diarrhea or stomach cramps when taking Calcium Ascorbate, particularly when consumed in high doses. |
