IRON, 90 vcaps, 18 mg
Iron is necessary for metabolism and oxygen transport. Iron
supplementation: helps prevent deficiency disorders including
anemia, deficiency from excessive menstrual flow and deficiency
from pregnancy, treats restless legs syndrome.
Free of all common allergens | Vegetarian | Chelated
Overview
Iron is an essential mineral and an important component of
proteins involved in oxygen transport and metabolism. Almost
two-thirds of the iron in your body is found in hemoglobin, the
protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen to your body's
tissues. Smaller amounts of iron are found in myoglobin, a protein
that helps supply oxygen to muscle, and in enzymes that assist
biochemical reactions in cells. About 15 percent of your body's
iron is stored for future needs and mobilized when dietary intake
is inadequate. The remainder is in your body's tissues as part of
proteins that help your body function. Adult men and
post-menopausal women lose very little iron except through
bleeding. Women with heavy monthly periods can lose a significant
amount of iron. Your body usually maintains normal iron status by
controlling the amount of iron absorbed from food. Iron is
necessary for the transport of oxygen through the body via red
blood cells. It is also involved in the conversion of blood sugar
to energy. It provides a crucial building block for the production
of enzymes that are involved with making new cells, amino acids,
hormones and neurotransmitters. Other important activities
requiring iron include liver detoxification, the metabolism of
fatty acids, and the synthesis of carnitine and the
neurotransmitters serotonin and dopamine. Iron is essential for
the production of collagen and elastin, which provide structural
integrity and elasticity for organs and tissues. Liver is by far
the richest iron-containing food. Other good sources of iron-rich
foods include organ meats, fish and poultry. Dried beans and
vegetables are the best plant sources, followed by dried fruits,
nuts, and whole grain breads and cereals. Fortification of
cereals, flours and bread with iron has contributed significantly
to daily dietary iron consumption.
Research Indicates
- Supplementation helps prevent a host of deficiency disorders
including anemia, deficiency from excessive menstrual flow and
deficiency from pregnancy
- Has been used to treat restless legs syndrome
Dosage
Typical daily dosage is from 15-18 mgs. Under the supervision
of a health care practitioner dosages of 50-100 mgs have been used
to treat iron deficiency. The US RDA for Iron is 18 mg a day.
Cautions
- If you are pregnant or lactating consult a health care
practitioner before using Iron.
- To avoid the potential for Iron overload, individuals should
not consume iron supplements unless their physician has
determined that iron supplementation is necessary. Iron
overload is associated with several genetic diseases including
hemochromatosis.
- Iron poisoning only occurs in cases of extreme overdose. For
this reason, keep iron supplements out of reach of children.
Accidental overdose of iron containing products is a leading
cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6.
- Excessive iron intake may cause nausea, vomiting,
constipation and black stools.
- Iron-containing liquids may temporarily stain the teeth.
INGREDIENTS
Iron, qnt: 90 vcaps, chelated, 18 mg
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| Serving
Size : |
| Ingredient |
Quantity |
Measure |
RDA * |
| Ingredients:
Water Propylene glycol, sorbitol, glyceryl
stearate,stearic acid, dimethicone, steareth-2,
steareth-20, |
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| Kojic acid |
1,200 |
mg |
Not
Established |
| Beta Glucan |
300 |
mg |
Not
Established |
| CoQ-10 |
300 |
mg |
Not
Established |
| S.O.D. |
20,000 |
PIU |
Not
Established |
| Zn/Cu
complex |
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| Retinol-A |
600,000 |
I.U. |
Not
Established |
| Vitamin E
Acetate |
1000 |
I.U. |
Not
Established |
| Melatonin |
50,000 |
mcg. |
Not
Established |
| Methyl
Paraben |
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| Propyl
Paraben |
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* RDA means the Recommended Daily Allowance established by
the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This is the minimum
daily amounts of specific essential nutrients necessary for
healthy adults 18 year of age. Requirements increase with
age and the RDA may be insufficient for older adults or
those with poor health |
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