Annique Forever Healthy Vitamin C – 500mg – 30 Tablets

Your daily essential — immune protection, collagen support and whole-body wellness in one capsule.

What It Does

Vitamin C is one of the most essential nutrients the human body needs — and one of the most consistently under-supplied. Unlike most mammals, the human body cannot produce its own Vitamin C. It is water-soluble, meaning any excess is flushed out of the body daily rather than stored — making consistent daily supplementation not just beneficial but genuinely necessary for maintaining optimal health.

Modern diets — even relatively healthy ones — rarely provide sufficient Vitamin C. Cooking destroys much of the Vitamin C in foods, and the quantities found in most people’s daily fruit and vegetable intake fall well below therapeutic levels. Certain medications including aspirin, oral contraceptives and corticosteroids further interfere with absorption — creating deficiencies even in people who believe they are getting enough through food alone.

Annique Forever Healthy Vitamin C uses Calcium Ascorbate — a buffered form of Vitamin C that is significantly gentler on the stomach than standard ascorbic acid — making it suitable for those with sensitive digestive systems, the elderly, children and anyone who has previously experienced stomach discomfort with standard Vitamin C supplements. Combined with Green Rooibos extract for enhanced antioxidant support, this is a complete, gentle and highly effective daily Vitamin C supplement for the whole family.

Key Ingredients & Benefits

Calcium Ascorbate — Buffered Vitamin C (500mg)
A buffered, non-acidic form of Vitamin C that delivers all the benefits of standard ascorbic acid without the stomach irritation that higher-dose Vitamin C can cause. Calcium Ascorbate provides 500mg of Vitamin C per capsule — well within the recommended daily therapeutic range — alongside a small amount of calcium that further supports bone health. Buffered Vitamin C is the preferred form for daily supplementation, particularly for those with sensitive digestive systems, the elderly and children.

Green Rooibos Extract (10mg)
Naturally caffeine-free and rich in powerful antioxidants. Green Rooibos complements the immune and antioxidant benefits of Vitamin C — providing additional free radical protection, anti-inflammatory support and overall cellular wellness. Together, Vitamin C and Green Rooibos create a synergistic antioxidant combination that is greater than the sum of its parts.

What It Helps With

• Immune system support and infection defence
• Immune function during and after intense physical stress
• Iron absorption from plant-based foods
• Collagen formation and maintenance of bones, cartilage, teeth and gums
• Normal blood vessel function and cardiovascular health
• Wound healing and tissue repair
• Fat and protein metabolism
• Antioxidant protection against free radical damage
• Skin health and anti-ageing support
• Recovery from illness and physical exertion

Why Daily Supplementation Is Essential

Most people assume they get enough Vitamin C from their diet. In reality, several factors make consistent supplementation essential for most adults:

The body cannot produce it — unlike most animals, humans lack the enzyme needed to synthesise Vitamin C internally. Every milligram must come from diet or supplementation.

It is water-soluble — Vitamin C is not stored in the body. Any excess is excreted daily through urine — meaning the supply needs to be replenished consistently every single day.

Diet alone is rarely enough — cooking significantly destroys the Vitamin C content of foods. Most people’s daily fruit and vegetable intake provides far less Vitamin C than is needed for optimal immune and cellular function.

Medications reduce absorption — aspirin, oral contraceptives and corticosteroids are among the most commonly used medications that interfere with Vitamin C absorption and utilisation.

Who Is at Risk of Vitamin C Deficiency

Smokers and those with poor diets Smoking significantly depletes the body’s Vitamin C levels — smokers require substantially higher daily intake than non-smokers to maintain adequate levels.

Those with digestive conditions Conditions like Crohn’s disease, coeliac disease and those undergoing dialysis impair the body’s ability to absorb Vitamin C effectively from food — making supplementation particularly important.

The elderly Age-related changes reduce both Vitamin C intake and absorption efficiency — making daily supplementation increasingly important as we age.

Regular alcohol drinkers Excessive alcohol consumption interferes with Vitamin C absorption and utilisation — depleting levels even in those with otherwise adequate dietary intake.

Those with chronic diseases Conditions including diabetes and certain cancers increase the body’s Vitamin C requirements or elevate the risk of deficiency — making higher daily intake more important.

Who It’s For

Everyone — daily immune support
Vitamin C is one of the most universally beneficial daily supplements available. From children to the elderly, every person benefits from consistent daily Vitamin C supplementation to support immune function, collagen production and antioxidant protection.

Those focused on immune defence
Vitamin C is the most well-known immune-supporting nutrient — essential for maintaining the body’s natural defences against infection, illness and the immune stress caused by physical exertion.

Anyone taking iron supplements or eating plant-based diets
Vitamin C is crucial for the optimal absorption of iron — particularly non-haem iron from plant-based foods. Taking Vitamin C alongside iron supplementation or iron-rich plant foods significantly enhances iron uptake and utilisation.

Those focused on skin health and anti-ageing
Vitamin C is essential for collagen synthesis — the structural protein responsible for skin firmness, elasticity and wound healing. Daily supplementation directly supports healthy, youthful-looking skin from within.

Pregnant and breastfeeding women
Suitable and recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women — Vitamin C supports both maternal and foetal health throughout pregnancy and lactation.

Active individuals and athletes
Vitamin C supports immune function during and after intense physical stress — making it particularly important for those who train regularly or have physically demanding lifestyles.

How To Use

Adults: Take 1 to 2 capsules in the morning with breakfast. The suggested adult intake of buffered Vitamin C is a minimum of 500mg and up to 1,000mg per day. During illness, intake can be increased under the guidance of your healthcare practitioner.

Children:

• Ages 4 to 8 — take 1 capsule in the morning with breakfast.
• Ages 9 and older — take 1 to 2 capsules in the morning with breakfast.

Vitamin C is best taken with food to optimise absorption and minimise any potential digestive sensitivity.

Ideal Combinations

Immune Boosting and Antiviral Stack: Vitamin C combined with Vitamin D3 & K2 and Zinc forms the gold standard nutritional foundation for immune defence — providing the basic building blocks your immune system needs to fight off viruses and infections effectively.

Perfect Pair — Vitamin C and Iron: Vitamin C is crucial for optimal iron absorption. Iron plays a vital role in regulating thyroid hormone production — which directly affects metabolism, energy levels and overall hormonal balance. Taking Vitamin C alongside iron supplementation significantly enhances the effectiveness of both.

Pairs Well With

• Annique Iron 30 Tablets — vitamin C taken with Iron dramatically improves absorption; an essential pairing
• Annique Vitamin D3 & K2 30 Tablets — bone health, immunity and mood support
• Annique OptiMune+ 30 Capsules — combine Vitamin C with OptiMune+ for comprehensive immune defence and resilience
• Annique OptiVite+ Multivitamin 60 Capsules — complete your daily immune and nutritional foundation with OptiVite+ alongside Vitamin C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is buffered Vitamin C and why is it better? Buffered Vitamin C — Calcium Ascorbate — is a gentler, non-acidic form of Vitamin C that delivers all the same benefits as standard ascorbic acid without the stomach irritation that higher doses of regular Vitamin C can cause. It is the preferred form for daily supplementation — particularly for those with sensitive stomachs, the elderly and children.

Why can’t I just get enough Vitamin C from fruit and vegetables? Cooking destroys a significant portion of the Vitamin C in foods. Most people’s daily intake of raw fruits and vegetables falls well below the therapeutic levels needed for optimal immune and cellular function. Daily supplementation fills this gap reliably and consistently.

How much Vitamin C should I take daily? The suggested adult daily intake of buffered Vitamin C is a minimum of 500mg and up to 1,000mg per day. During illness or periods of high physical stress, intake can be increased with the guidance of your healthcare practitioner.

Can I take Vitamin C with my iron supplement? Yes — and it is strongly recommended. Vitamin C significantly enhances the absorption of iron — particularly from plant-based food sources. Taking both together maximises the effectiveness of iron supplementation.

Is it safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding? Yes. Vitamin C is suitable and recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women as part of a balanced daily supplement routine.

Can children take this supplement? Yes. Suitable from age 4 — take 1 capsule in the morning with breakfast for children aged 4 to 8, and 1 to 2 capsules for children aged 9 and older.

Does Vitamin C prevent colds? Vitamin C is well established for supporting immune function and reducing the severity and duration of colds and flu — particularly when taken consistently before illness onset. During acute illness, intake can be increased under the guidance of your healthcare practitioner for enhanced immune support.