Solgar Gentle Iron - 180 Iron Capsules
If you buy Solgar Gentle Iron, you will receive 180 vegan, high-dose iron capsules. One capsule of Gentle Iron has a dosage of 25 mg iron as iron bisglycinate chelate. Gentle Iron from Solgar offers capsules that are particularly gentle on the stomach with its advanced, patented form of iron
What is iron and what effect does it have?
Iron is a vital trace element for the body and an important component of hemoglobin , the protein that transports oxygen from the lungs to all tissues in the body. Therefore Iron is required for cell formation, especially for cellular respiration.
The following additional statements about the effects of iron in the body have been scientifically proven:
- Iron contributes to normal cognitive function
- Iron contributes to normal energy metabolism
- Iron contributes to the normal formation of red blood cells and hemoglobin
- Iron contributes to the normal transport of oxygen in the body
- Iron contributes to the normal functioning of the immune system
- Iron helps reduce tiredness and fatigue
- Iron has a role in the process of cell division
- Iron contributes to the normal cognitive development of children
In which foods does iron occur naturally?
Iron is found in both animal and plant foods:
- Deer, roe deer, lamb, duck breast
- Legumes, green vegetables, nuts & Seeds[1]
However, the iron from animal products can be better absorbed by the body. Here the body can absorb over 20% iron. From
plant-based foods there are only up to
5%. This means that animal foods containing iron have a higher
Bioavailability.
Why should you buy Solgar Gentle Iron?
The risk of iron deficiency is in infants, small children, adolescents when growing, Women during pregnancy and breastfeeding, with a vegan or vegetarian diet increased. [2]
Adequate intake of iron is necessary, especially during pregnancy. During pregnancy, the body needs twice as much iron as the placenta and uterus must also be supplied with iron. The fetus itself also creates its own iron stores that need to be supplied.[3] The German Nutrition Society recommends taking 30 mg of iron daily.[4]
If you have identified an iron deficiency and after consulting your doctor, it may make sense to take iron supplements in addition to your diet.
In addition to Solgar Gentle Iron with 180 vegan capsules, you will also find Gentle Iron with 90 vegan capsules in our shop.
LEGAL NOTICE
Dietary supplements are not a substitute for a balanced and varied diet. Store out of the reach of children. The stated recommended daily consumption amount must not be exceeded. If you have a bad reaction to the product, discontinue the product immediately. Please consult your doctor if you wish to use nutritional supplements while being treated for a medical condition, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
SOURCES
[1]Eat rich in iron: This is how it works. Dr. Katharina Kremser. Pharmacy look around. January 13, 2020. Retrieved on July 12, 2021
[2,3]Questions and answers to iron in food. Federal Institute for Risk Assessment. 12/01/2008. Retrieved on July 12, 2021
[4]Iron. German Society for Nutrition e.V. 2000. Retrieved on July 12, 2021.
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