Iron Boost
Also contains: Magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose and silicon dioxide.
No Added: Gluten, dairy, yeast, sugar, artificial sweeteners, flavours or preservatives. Suitable for vegetarians and vegans.
Adults and Children over 4 years: 1 Capsule daily with food.
For younger children: mix capsule contents with orange juice.
Note: Iron levels should always be tested before commencing iron supplementation. Precautions:
- Taking above the tolerable upper intake level (40-45mg per day) is not advised in people who are not iron deficient. In people with known iron deficiency, direction should come from a healthcare professional and monitored with laboratory assessment of iron status.
- Long-term supplementation with high levels of iron can cause haemosiderosis and multiple organ damage. While the estimated lethal level is 180-300mg/kg of body weight, acute levels as low as 60mg/kg have resulted in death.
- Individuals with haemochromatosis should avoid taking iron supplements unless advised by their health care practitioner. More Information
combines carbonyl iron with vitamin B12 and folic acid. Iron is the key ingredient for supporting healthy red blood cell production and oxygen transport, while vitamin B12 and folate are included because they also play important roles in normal blood formation.
Carbonyl iron is often chosen because it is a pure form of iron that releases more gradually in the digestive tract. That can matter if you want iron support but find some other iron forms harder on your stomach. FAQ
What does contain besides iron?
also includes vitamin B12 and folic acid. Both nutrients support normal red blood cell formation, so they make sense alongside iron.
Why does use carbonyl iron?
Carbonyl iron is commonly used in gentle iron formulas because it is very pure and is often better tolerated than some other forms of supplemental iron.
What may help with?
typically used when you want nutritional support for low iron intake, healthy energy levels and normal red blood cell production.