{"product_id":"vitamin-c-1000-mg-100-tab-puritans-pride","title":"Vitamin C 1000mg 100 Tablets","description":"\u003cp\u003eVitamin C is one of the world's most popular and widely used supplements, and for good reason. It strengthens immunity, helps synthesize collagen for younger skin and stronger bones, and protects cells from oxidative damage. 1000mg is the most common therapeutic dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose It?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrengthens immunity and noticeably shortens the duration of flu and colds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEssential for collagen synthesis — the most important protein in skin, joints, and bones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowerful antioxidant that protects cells from premature aging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps absorb iron from plant sources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeeds recovery from physical exertion and intense exercise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen to Use It?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaily for prevention and strengthening immunity especially during flu season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt the first sign of a cold or flu — a high dose at the start shortens the duration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor continuous improvement of skin, hair, and nail health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Ingredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAscorbic Acid (Vitamin C) 1000mg: potent water-soluble antioxidant — scavenges free radicals, stimulates collagen synthesis, regenerates Vitamin E, and enhances immune cell activity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRose Hips (if included): natural bioflavonoids that enhance absorption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne tablet daily with food for daily prevention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan increase to two tablets during illness or acute conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwallow whole or dissolve in water if you have difficulty swallowing tablets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarnings \u0026amp; Precautions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery high doses (over 2000mg daily) may cause diarrhea and oxalate kidney stones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you have a history of kidney stones, consult your doctor before high doses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome sensitive people may experience stomach burning — take with food\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes vitamin C protect against COVID and flu?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt strengthens immunity and helps your body handle infections better, but it's not a vaccine and doesn't prevent infection 100%. It shortens the duration and reduces symptoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs regular vitamin C or Ester-C better?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eEster-C is gentler on the stomach and stays in the body longer. If your stomach is sensitive, Ester-C is better. If normal, regular 1000mg is sufficient and appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan vitamin C accumulate in the body and cause harm?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eVitamin C is water-soluble and excreted in urine — it doesn't accumulate like fat-soluble vitamins. Excess only causes diarrhea or stomach irritation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"AlFouad Pharmacies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51279224275247,"sku":"82693","price":1200.0,"currency_code":"EGP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/9550\/0847\/files\/Vitamin-C-1000-mg-100-Tab-Puritans-Pride-_D8_B4_D8_B1_D9_83_D9_87.webp?v=1754297893","url":"https:\/\/alfouadpharmacies.com\/en\/products\/vitamin-c-1000-mg-100-tab-puritans-pride","provider":"AlFouad Pharmacies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}