Emergen-C is a fizzy drink mix containing vitamin C, B vitamins, and minerals, available in 20 varieties. The original formula contains collagen-producing vitamin C, B vitamins, and minerals. The company also offers six special formulas and a children’s multivitamin soda drink mix. Mega doses of vitamin C may cause side effects.
Emergen-C is a vitamin C-based fizzy drink mix that is designed to give individuals a boost of energy, improve immunity and overall health. To use this product, simply add the powder to 4-6 ounces (118-177 ml) of water or juice, stir and drink. The less liquid used to mix the drink, the stronger the flavor will be. Each of the 20 varieties of this drink is slightly different, but they all derive from the same original formula. Foothill Ranch, California-based Alacer Corporation produces this drink mix and sells it through health food stores, online retailers, and some supermarkets.
The original formula is the basic component of the Emergen-C formulas. Vitamin C, the main ingredient in Emergen-C, is involved in the body’s ability to produce collagen. Depending on the formula, the amount of vitamin C in a serving ranges from 0.02-0.04 ounces (500-1000 milligrams). This is 834-1600% of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Recommended Daily Allowance for this vitamin.
Emergen-C’s original formula also contains B vitamins, which help with metabolism and energy. The amount of B vitamins ranges from 400 to 500% of the USDA Recommended Daily Allowance, depending on the formula used. The minerals magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, zinc, manganese, chromium, sodium and potassium complete the core ingredients of the original formula. Quercetin and alpha lipoic acids are flavonoids and are included in the original formula. They are in some, but not all, of the other formulas.
Emergen-C’s six special formulas include Vitamin D and Calcium, Joint Health, Heart Health, MSM, Immune Defense, and an Electrolyte Formula. These come in mixed berry, tangerine, black cherry, and lemon flavors. The vitamins, minerals, or herbs included in these formulas are believed to promote bone, immune, and heart strength.
In addition, the company makes a children’s multivitamin soda drink mix formula that comes in strawberry banana and orange pineapple flavors. Adult multivitamin formula is available in cherry pomegranate and apricot mango flavors. Both vitamin formulations meet the RDA for most vitamins, but contain only a small percentage of the RDA for each mineral.
Emergen-C Mega Doses of Vitamin C may cause side effects such as upset stomach, nausea, diarrhea, kidney stones, or stomach inflammation. However, no interactions between this product and other over-the-counter or prescription medications have been reported. Despite this, those taking medication may want to check with their healthcare provider before using Emergen-C just to be safe.
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