Womens Iron Complex

Brand

Radiance

Size

30 Tablets

Common Uses

A readily absorbed iron supplement. Symptoms of a deficiency include anaemia, constipation, lusterless or brittle nails, spoon shaped nails, nail ridges that run lengthwise, difficult breathing, lethargy, tiredness, apathy, reduced brain function, pale complexion, headache and heart enlargement. Unusual food craving such as for ice, starch, clay and other non food items have been attributed to a deficiency. Iron is the most important mineral for the prevention of anaemia during menstruation. Leukaemia and colitis may benefit. Muscle weakness and exercise endurance are improved with Iron. Control of candida and the herpes virus can be helped by having sufficient levels of Iron in the blood. It can be very important in cases of increased demand, such as in pregnancy and lactation, in growing children, the elderly, athletes and vegetarians.

Suggested Dosage

One tablet daily, preferably with a meal.

Health Information

Iron deficiency is a common problem, especially for women. Regular to heavy menstruation, strenuous exercise, vegan or vegetarian diet and poor digestion can all lean to iron deficiency. Iron is a mineral found in the largest amount in the blood, this is called heme iron. Iron is very poorly absorbed, with around 90% of the iron ingested in food never reaching the blood, remaining unabsorbed. Heme iron, an organic natural amino acid chelate form of iron, is a highly absorbable and bio-available form of iron. This is what makes red meat, especially liver, such a good source of dietary iron. Non-heme iron, an inorganic form of iron found in plant foods, is more difficult for the body to utilise, with only 2 to 10% being absorbed. The major function of iron is to combine with protein and copper in making haemoglobin, the substance that makes blood red. Haemoglobin transports oxygen in the blood from the lungs to all tissues. Therefore, iron is part of the foundation of life, building up the quality of the blood, increasing resistance to stress, assisting immune system function, energy production and growth in children. Iron is also necessary for the formation of myoglobin, a transporter of oxygen to muscle cells.

Ingredients

Each 1 tablet contains: Dong quai root 100mg, Red Raspberry leaf, Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) 50mg, Iron (Bisglycinate 158mg) 27mg, Vitamin B12 50mcg, Folic acid 200mcg.  100% Vegan formula.  Cellulose, stearic acid, magnesium stearate, croscarmellose sodium, silica. No sugar, gluten, milk derivatives, salt, corn, eggs, nuts, salicylates, artificial preservatives flavours or colouring agents.

Safety Information

Keep out of reach of children. Do not use during pregnancy. This is due to the small amount of red raspberry and dong quai contained in this formula. Do not take iron unless you have had a diagnosis of low iron.