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Iron is essential for the formation of red blood cells.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control has determined that the prevalence of iron deficiency is greatest among toddlers (7% of those ages 1-2 years) and menstruating adolescent and adult females (9-16 % of individuals ages 12-49, whether they are athletes or not.
An iron deficiency can manifest as weakness, fatigue, shortness of breath on exertion, dizziness, tinnitus, spots before the eyes, drowsiness, irritability, infrequent menstruation, and loss of libido.* Athletes need approximately 1.5 times as much Iron as non-athletes.
Those who follow a vegetarian or lower protein diets may have needs as high as 1.8 times as much dietary iron. Blood loss from injury and muscle damage, as well as GI bleeding associated with extreme endurance activities, can further decrease the body’s iron stores.
❌ Avoid Conventional iron supplementation, including forms such as ferrous sulfate, can cause gastrointestinal side effects – including nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, and dark-colored stools – because these conventional forms of iron are poorly absorbed.
Safer Forms:
✅ Iron Bisglycinate: elemental iron per capsule that has been reacted with glycine for optimal absorption in the gastrointestinal tract, thus helping to decrease the typical gastrointestinal side effects.*
✅ Ferrasorb®: Individuals who have a greater need for iron, or who tend to chronically lose iron, or who don’t absorb iron well, can benefit from a formula that can increase the amount of hemoglobin in the blood, such as Ferrasorb®.* Studies indicate that combining iron with essential B vitamins and vitamin C is superior to using these nutrients individually.* Ferrasorb combines the active forms of vitamin B6 (pyridoxal 5′-phosphate), vitamin B12 (methylcobalamin), and folate (L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate) with well-absorbed iron bisglycinate – for an optimal blood-building supplement.* Vitamin C is added to enhance iron absorption.
✅ Consume iron-rich foods such as organic dark leafy vegetables, liver, organic lean red meat, organic lentils, and organic beans
✅ Consume vitamin C-rich foods alongside iron sources: Adding vitamin C to your diet is the best way to enhance iron absorption. Good sources of food rich in vitamin C include: Dark green leafy vegetables, Bell peppers, Strawberries, Tomatoes, Potatoes, Broccoli, and Kiwis.
✅ Eat foods rich in B6, such as bananas, wild tuna, chicken breast, salmon, sweet potatoes, and spinach
✅ Cook with approved cast-iron cookware to increase the iron content in food
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🌷Global Healing Organic Iron.
This organic iron supplement is made with USDA-certified organic ingredients. It is a plant-based formula (which is better); the organic iron is extracted from curry tree leaves and mixed with organic thyme and echinacea root.
Iron is an essential nutrient for red blood cell production. It sustains energy levels and optimizes oxygen utilization.
It ensures optimal iron absorption and utilization while offering a gentle digestive and immune support.
🌿 Organic Curry Leaves: naturally high in iron, antioxidants, and cofactors that stabilize and improve bioavailability.
🌿 Organic Thyme: Rich in bioactive compounds such as thymol, carvacrol, and flavonoids for optimal iron absorption.
🌿 Organic Echinacea: supports blood health, oxygen transport, and iron metabolism.
INGREDIENTS: certified organic curry, organic thyme, and organic echinacea. Other ingredients: Vegetable capsule (cellulose), organic gum acacia, ormus supercharged minerals
🍃 Fyto is a Miessence sister brand.
Fyto is the world's first 100% Vegan Supplement, 100% plant-based, and made with 100% certified organic ingredients.
And even better, Fyto is Australia's first Certified Organic Supplement. They have a nice collection of natural supplements.
Fyto Iron will help to prevent iron deficiency, support energy production, increase resistance to infection, and support the nervous system.
🍃This Organic Iron Supplement is made with Certified Organic and 100% Plant-Based ingredients from curry leaf, even my naturopath was impressed with this formula!
This is a better version since it is plant-based and very rare to find. Recommended during the period to balance iron loss and for athletes who need more iron to support their performance. Iron plays a crucial role in athletic performance by regulating cellular respiration, metabolism, and oxygen transport throughout the body. Great for hair health and hair loss.
INGREDIENTS: Certified Organic curry (murraya koeginii) leaf extract. Certified Organic Cassava Capsules, Certified Organic Inulin (prebiotic).
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This is one of my favorite MaryRuth’s products! ✅ This is the best organic chlorophyll on the market, and it is amazing how many how powerful chlorophyll is!! 👉It supports detoxification, boosts athletic performance, helps with mold, facilitates iron absorption, and more! 🌿 I add a few drops to water to turn water into a super drink! Or to boost the smoothies with additional properties!
🍃Derived from Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin, the central atom is copper, a water-soluble form of Chlorophyll, derived from Mulberry leaf!
💚 Better absorbed by the body. Chlorophyllin, the water-soluble form derived from natural chlorophyll, is better absorbed by the body and has been observed to have consistent deodorizing effects and protect the liver from damage.
INGREDIENTS: Chlorophyll (as Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin). Other Ingredients: Organic Vegetable Glycerin, Purified Water, Peppermint Oil.
🌸 Research emphasizes the importance of maintaining healthy serum ferritin for optimal performance in elite female athletes.
This iron is combined with Vitamin C for better absorption. This Vitamin C better forms since it is a non-acid version, great if you have acid-reflux -GERD or want to have an alkaline diet.
🌸 It is great for hair loss
During period to compensate for iron.
INGREDIENTS: Vitamin C (from calcium ascorbate blend) 100 mg, Calcium (from calcium ascorbate blend) 11 mg, Iron (as iron bis-glycinate) 28 mg, Threonic acid (from calcium ascorbate blend) 1 mg. Other ingredients: Vegetarian capsule (cellulose, water), hypoallergenic plant fiber (cellulose), ascorbyl palmitate.