Product Information
Most of the body's iron is found in hemoglobin, the
oxygen-carrying molecule in red blood cells. Smaller amounts are found
in the tissues as myoglobin and as cofactors for many enzymes. Because
of its central role in the hemoglobin molecule, iron is essential for
formation of red blood cells.*
Supplementing with iron can
increase the body's production of red blood cells, which carry oxygen
throughout the body for the many processes that utilize energy.* In
addition, the body's production of citric acid is the first of many
steps in the all-important Kreb's cycle, the body's internal
energy-producing mechanism. Supplementing with citrate can increase the
body's supply of citric acid, thus enhancing the production of energy by
the Kreb's cycle.* For many people with low energy levels, Iron Citrate
provides an ideal double benefit: supplementing with citrate and
supplementing with iron, both of which enhance the body's internal
production and utilization of energy.*
To determine the iron
status of persons in the United States, the Centers for Disease Control
calculated the prevalence of iron deficiency and iron-deficient anemia
from data collected from physical exams and household interviews within a
sample of the U.S. civilian, non-institutionalized population. The
prevalence of iron deficiency was greatest among toddlers, ages 1-2
years (7%), and menstruating adolescent and adult females, ages 12-49
(9-16%).
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.*
Ingredients
One Capsule Contains:
Iron (as Iron Citrate) 25 mg.
Other Ingredients:
Aspartic Acid, Hypromellose (derived from cellulose) capsule, Leucine, Silicon Dioxide.
Suggested Use:
Take 1 capsule one to three times daily or as recommended by a health-care practitioner.
Warnings
ALLERGY WARNING
This product is contraindicated in an individual with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients.
EXCIPIENT FREE
This
product does not contain wheat, gluten, corn, yeast, soy, egg, dairy
products, or artificial colors, sweeteners, or flavors. This product
also does not contain lactose, palmitic acid, or magnesium, calcium, or
vegetable stearates.
PREGNANCY WARNING
If pregnant, consult your health-care practitioner before using this product.
INTERACTIONS/CONTRAINDICATIONS
There are no known adverse interactions or contraindications at publication date.
OTHER WARNINGS
Accidental
overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal
poisoning in children under six. Keep this product out of reach of
children. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison
control center immediately.