25 MG IRON CHELATE FROM NATURAL FACTORS. Natural Factors Iron is available in a well absorbed, non-constipating chelate form. Providing 25 mg per tablet, Iron is essential for the formation of hemoglobin, the oxygen-carrying element in the blood. Often recommended by Natural Doctors for anemia and to some women who may experience fatigue due to heavy menstrual blood loss. [TABLET]
Each tablet contains:
Elemental Iron (HVP* Chelate) 25mg
*HVP: Hydroyzed Vegetable Protein (soucred from rice)
Non-Medicinal Ingredients:
Dibasic calcium phosphate dihydrate, microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, vegetable grade magnesium stearate (lubricant).
Important Information:
Contains no artificial preservatives, color or sweeteners; no corn, dairy, starch, wheat or yeast.
Dosage
1 tablet daily or as directed by a health practitioner.
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Iron
Iron is an interesting mineral because it has health promoting and health detracting properties. The most important function of iron is its role in the oxygen carrying capacity of the blood. Hemoglobin and myoglobin (found in muscle tissue) are dependent on iron for their ability to carry oxygen to all of the body's tissues. Lack of iron leads to iron deficiency anemia. Iron is an important part of enzyme systems, processes that speed up chemical reactions in the body.
Do You Need Iron?
Some people are prone to iron deficiency. Menstruating women lose blood monthly and are more likely to benefit from iron supplementation. Pregnant women often look anemic when their blood is tested in the laboratory. This type of anemia is due to hemodilution. Hemodilution is an increase in blood volume without an increase in the number of red blood cells. Women are often recommended inorganic iron by their obstetrician but they would do better with non-constipating organic iron in the tablet or liquid form. Postmenopausal women no longer lose blood monthly and, in most cases, no longer need daily iron supplementation.
Men, especially of British Isles descent, can have a condition called hemachromatosis. They have high iron levels that lead to cardiovascular disease, arthritis, liver disease and
diabetes. High iron levels are also implicated in compromised cell functions, probably due oxidative damage to the cell's genetic material.It is important not to take iron supplements unless you are deficient.
Anemia
Anemia refers to a group of common blood disorders. It results in the decreased ability of red blood cells to carry oxygen. This manifests as symptoms of fatigue, exhaustion after small amounts of activity, headaches,
constipation, loss of appetite, coldness of the extremities, dizziness, sore mouth and increased susceptibility to colds and flus. In more severe cases, heart palpitations and breathlessness occur as the body attempts to increase tissue oxygenation. Outward signs of anemia are pale skin, pale mucus membranes (especially in the inside of the eyelid), dry skin and brittle nails.
There are several types of anemia. Iron deficiency anemia is the most common. It can be caused by large blood losses, small but recurrent blood loss (excess menstrual bleeding or ulcers), hypothyroidism, or long-term illnesses. Megaloblastic anemia is due to a deficiency of B12 and possibly
folic acid. Restlessness, numbness and skin cracks on the sides of the mouth are signs of this type of anemia. Liver disease, Crohn's and
celiac
disease can cause it. Pernicious anemia is also due to a deficiency of B12. This time it occurs because of lack of the ability to absorb B12 in the stomach.
Hemolytic anemia occurs when red blood cells are prematurely destroyed. It is an inherited blood disorder. Jaundice and an enlarged spleen are signs of this type of anemia. Poisoning form toxic substances may also cause anemia.
Anemia during pregnancy is common but is usually caused by increased blood volume as opposed to a lack of oxygen carrying ability.
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Iron
Iron is an interesting mineral because it has health promoting and health detracting properties. The most important function of iron is its role in the oxygen carrying capacity of the blood. Hemoglobin and myoglobin (found in muscle tissue) are dependent on iron for their ability to carry oxygen to all of the body's tissues. Lack of iron leads to iron deficiency anemia. Iron is an important part of enzyme systems, processes that speed up chemical reactions in the body.
Do You Need Iron?
Some people are prone to iron deficiency. Menstruating women lose blood monthly and are more likely to benefit from iron supplementation. Pregnant women often look anemic when their blood is tested in the laboratory. This type of anemia is due to hemodilution. Hemodilution is an increase in blood volume without an increase in the number of red blood cells. Women are often recommended inorganic iron by their obstetrician but they would do better with non-constipating organic iron in the tablet or liquid form. Postmenopausal women no longer lose blood monthly and, in most cases, no longer need daily iron supplementation.
Men, especially of British Isles descent, can have a condition called hemachromatosis. They have high iron levels that lead to cardiovascular disease, arthritis, liver disease and
diabetes. High iron levels are also implicated in compromised cell functions, probably due oxidative damage to the cell's genetic material.It is important not to take iron supplements unless you are deficient.
Anemia
Anemia refers to a group of common blood disorders. It results in the decreased ability of red blood cells to carry oxygen. This manifests as symptoms of fatigue, exhaustion after small amounts of activity, headaches,
constipation, loss of appetite, coldness of the extremities, dizziness, sore mouth and increased susceptibility to colds and flus. In more severe cases, heart palpitations and breathlessness occur as the body attempts to increase tissue oxygenation. Outward signs of anemia are pale skin, pale mucus membranes (especially in the inside of the eyelid), dry skin and brittle nails.
There are several types of anemia. Iron deficiency anemia is the most common. It can be caused by large blood losses, small but recurrent blood loss (excess menstrual bleeding or ulcers), hypothyroidism, or long-term illnesses. Megaloblastic anemia is due to a deficiency of B12 and possibly
folic acid. Restlessness, numbness and skin cracks on the sides of the mouth are signs of this type of anemia. Liver disease, Crohn's and
celiac
disease can cause it. Pernicious anemia is also due to a deficiency of B12. This time it occurs because of lack of the ability to absorb B12 in the stomach.
Hemolytic anemia occurs when red blood cells are prematurely destroyed. It is an inherited blood disorder. Jaundice and an enlarged spleen are signs of this type of anemia. Poisoning form toxic substances may also cause anemia.
Anemia during pregnancy is common but is usually caused by increased blood volume as opposed to a lack of oxygen carrying ability.
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