NOW Foods Ascorbyl Palmitate 500 mg - Esterified Vitamin C - 100 Vegan Capsules

What makes Ascorbyl Palmitate special?

Discover Supplements, Ascorbyl Palmitate — Ascorbyl Palmitate is an esterified form of vitamin C that combines ascorbic acid with palmitic acid, which gives it greater stability and a unique ability to cross the blood-brain barrier. This allows its antioxidant properties to also extend to the brain and nervous system, offering more complete protection than other forms of vitamin C.

Benefits of vitamin C

Vitamin C contributes to the normal functioning of the immune system, to the protection of cells against oxidative damage and to the normal formation of collagen for the normal functioning of blood vessels, bones, cartilage, gums, skin and teeth. It also increases iron absorption and contributes to normal energy metabolism.

In its esterified form, Ascorbyl Palmitate is especially valued for its stability and its ability to integrate into cell membranes, enhancing antioxidant defense throughout the body.

Recommended dose

As a food supplement, take 1 vegetable capsule daily with a meal. Each capsule provides 500 mg of Ascorbyl Palmitate (equivalent to 250 mg of vitamin C). Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet. Keep out of reach of young children.

Types of vitamin C: why choose Ascorbyl Palmitate?

There are several forms of vitamin C: pure ascorbic acid, sodium ascorbate, calcium ascorbate, liposomal and Ascorbyl Palmitate. The latter is an esterified form that combines the advantages of vitamin C with greater stability and lower acidity, making it suitable for people with sensitive stomachs. In addition, being fat-soluble, it can integrate into cell membranes and cross the blood-brain barrier, offering antioxidant protection in the nervous system.

How to choose the best vitamin C

When choosing a vitamin C supplement, consider the form, dose and certifications. NOW Foods' Ascorbyl Palmitate is a high-quality option: it is vegan, non-GMO, soy-free, kosher and manufactured under strict GMP quality controls. NOW Foods, founded in 1968, is a benchmark in the natural supplement sector with more than 50 years of experience.

Frequently asked questions

Is Ascorbyl Palmitate the same as regular vitamin C?

Not exactly. Ascorbyl Palmitate is an esterified form of vitamin C that is absorbed differently and offers additional benefits, such as the ability to cross the blood-brain barrier. It is more stable and less acidic than pure ascorbic acid.

Can I take Ascorbyl Palmitate if I have a sensitive stomach?

Yes, being less acidic than other forms of vitamin C, it is usually better tolerated by people with gastric sensitivity.

How long should I take it?

It can be taken long-term as part of a balanced diet. It is recommended to follow the manufacturer's instructions and consult a healthcare professional if you have any doubts.

Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Keep out of reach of young children.