cheaper source for ester-c?

[Skip]

I've been getting my ester-c for Rocky at GNC (General Nutrition Center), but their prices keep climbing. I like getting the capsules so I can pull them apart and just add the powder to his food. Anybody know any cheaper sources for ester-c (preferably capsules)? Thanks...Skip

[Skip]

I guess it would help if I tell you what I'm currently paying. About 8 bucks for a bottle of 90 capsules (500 mg each).

[rottnkidd]

Hi Skip! Hello from another Ohioan :D I use a powdered Vit C with bioflavanoids. An 8 oz bottle is $12.95, or 16 oz for $19.95.
The recommended daily dose is 1/2 tsp twice a day, so this product goes a long way, and I think it's very economical. I generally only use a 1/2 tsp per day, and only add the other dose on days we have class, or other situation that may be stressful. I don't know much about the ingredients in Esther C, but I do know it's very popular. The product I mentioned contains
2000mg of Calcium Ascorbate, 1450mg of Rose Hips,
Acerola 1000mg, Lemon Bioflavanoids 500mg, Rutin 5 mg, and
Hesperidin 25 mg. You can check it out at b-naturals.com, click on the "Vitamins and Nutrients" icon. Best wishes!
kathy

[Muckdogs]

Check out the Mega-C plus from Orthomolecular Specialties


www.belfield.com

[andrewcathy]

I buy all my dogs' vitamins at Puritan's Pride - cheapest place I've found. Its on the internet, and they're always having some sale - this month its buy 2 get 1 free. Sometimes there's free shipping. Their other sale is 40-60% off and free shipping. <g>

[BostonRott]

I buy powdered Ester C with bioflavinoids at The Vitamin Shoppe . A 1lb jar is around $25. However, 1 tsp is 2000mg (or 2g). So it goes a long way! :)

[Skip]

Originally posted by BostonRott
I buy powdered Ester C with bioflavinoids at The Vitamin Shoppe . A 1lb jar is around $25. However, 1 tsp is 2000mg (or 2g). So it goes a long way! :)

BostonRott...Do you still get the powder there? I can't find it on their website. Which one of their suppiers do you use? Thanks....Skip

[Rott-Wiley]

I don't know about the price but PetSmart has Liver flavored Ester-C in 250 or 500 mg tablets. I know you like the powder but the advantage of the liver flavored tablets is that the dog will actually work for them cause she thinks they are treats.

[Skip]

Thanks, but I like the powder because I mix it with his K9 Liquid Supplement and I think it gets to his system more efficiently this way. He drinks it in a small separate bowl right before his daily meals. He has other healthy treats that I use for training.

[rottnelmo]

I use an all nature Chelated Ester C made by Dynamite Marking (www.dynamiteonline.com)

ESTER-C ®* is a patented Vitamin C product, also known as Calcium Polyascorbate. A unique natural process neutralizes the ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) for optimum digestibility. Research has shown that ESTER-C ®* is absorbed into the cells up to four times more efficiently than ascorbic acid. ESTER-C ®* is an ingredient in many of our products and is available separately for you and your animals. ESTER-C ®* is free of wheat, corn, soy, sodium, sugar, starch, yeast, caffeine, artificial coloring, flavoring or preservatives. It is suitable for vegetarians.

INGREDIENTS/ANALYSIS:
Each teaspoon contains: % U.S. RDI*

Vitamin-C 3600 mg 6000%

*U. S. Government recommended daily intake for adults and children 4 or more years of age

DIRECTIONS:
One level teaspoon or as desired of bulk product in water or juice.
Capsules, take as desired.

Available size: 1 lb. container (bulk powder) $59.95
240 capsule bottle (729 mg. Ester C per capsule) $39.95


I feed it in his food 3 times per week, and its just a pinch, you dont need to use much...I use the bulk powder. a 1lb container lasts me probably 6 to 8 months.

[H-B]

I was going to suggest www.VitaminShoppe.com also.

Try www.iherb.com. They have Ester-C in powder and tablets ranging from $6 - $22.


H-B

[BostonRott]

I just ordered Ester C from the Vitamin Shoppe last night. :)