Emergen-C 1000mg Vitamin C Packets
by Emergen-C
"The iconic fizzy vitamin C drink mix — a cold season staple for 30+ years"
Overview
Emergen-C is the iconic vitamin C drink mix that's been a medicine cabinet staple since 1978. Each packet delivers 1000mg of vitamin C plus B vitamins, zinc, manganese, and electrolytes in a fizzy, pleasant-tasting drink. Simply pour into water, let it fizz, and drink. Available in 15+ flavors including the classic Super Orange. While 1000mg of vitamin C exceeds the RDA, it's well within safe limits.
Key Ingredients
Pros & Cons
What We Like
- Iconic brand — 30+ years of trust
- 1000mg vitamin C per packet
- Pleasant fizzy drink format
- 15+ flavor options
- Added B vitamins and minerals
- 85,000+ reviews — massively popular
What Could Be Better
- Contains 5g of sugar per packet
- Zinc dose is very low (2mg)
- 1000mg vitamin C may be excessive for daily use
- Expensive per mg of vitamin C vs tablets
Who Is This For?
Best For
- Cold and flu season immune support
- Those who prefer drink format over pills
- Flavor variety seekers
Not Ideal For
- Those watching sugar intake
- People wanting maximum zinc
- Budget vitamin C buyers
Our Verdict
Emergen-C is the comfort food of supplements — it may not be the most efficient way to get vitamin C, but the ritual of mixing a fizzy packet when you feel a cold coming on has genuine psychological and practical value. The B vitamins and electrolytes add modest benefit beyond plain vitamin C.
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