Iron
Supplemental Iron
Iron, a trace mineral, supplies energy to every cell in the body. It is a key component of hemoglobin, the blood's oxygen-carrying pigment. Iron is also found in myoglobin, which supplies oxygen to muscles, and in compounds that keep the immune system strong. This mineral is critical to sharp mental functioning. Even slight deficiencies in iron can shorten attention span and make concentration difficult.
Normally, the body gets sufficient amounts of iron from the foods you eat. It manages to self-regulate itself, storing amounts you will need by automatically absorbing more iron when the need is high, and less when levels are adequate. Nonetheless, iron deficiency is still a significant public health problem. It can occur during periods of rapid growth--infancy, adolescence, and pregnancy--which increase the body's demand for this mineral. In addition, women who menstruate heavily tend to have lower iron levels.
Supplements Iron Deficiency Anemia
A chronically iron-poor diet or any condition characterized by prolonged bleeding (even of small amounts), such as ulcers, hemorrhoids, and rectal polyps, can lead to iron-deficiency anemia. Many people develop this type of anemia, for instance, as a consequence of an NSAID-related ulcer, or one caused by months or years of regularly taking aspirin, ibuprofen or another non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).- Douglas Laboratories - Time Released Iron - 90 TabletsTimed Release Iron tablets are specially designed to provide 54 mg of iron carbonyl (Ferronyl®) per serving for a 6 to 8 hour period.Out of stockYour Price $15.80
- Pure Encapsulations - Iron Liquid - 120mlGreat-tasting liquid iron formula with high bioavailability to support hemoglobin and myoglobin functionYour Price $36.80
- Pure Encapsulations - Iron-C - 60 CapsulesHighly absorbable iron formula with vitamin C to enhance intestinal absorption; supports red blood cell function and energy productionYour Price $13.20
- DC Labs - Feotron Iron with B Complex - 90 TabletsNutritional Support for Healthy Red Blood Cells.Your Price $14.45
- DC Labs - Iron Glycinate 28 mg - 60 CapsulesSupports Healthy Red Blood Cells and Energy UtilizationYour Price $11.48