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Iron 40 mg90 vegicaps
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Iron citrate
There are two kinds of iron: heme and non-heme. Heme iron is derived from animal sources such as meat (especially red meat), poultry (especially dark meat), and a few kinds of seafood, including sardines, clams, and shrimp. Heme iron is very easily absorbed, and also improves absorption of non-heme iron. Non-heme iron is derived from plants. The best plant sources are brown rice; molasses; nuts and legumes including lentils, peanuts, almonds, brazil nuts, and cashews; fruit including apricots, currants, figs, peaches, prunes, and raisins; dark green leafy vegetables including beet greens, kale, and spinach; and turnips. Vegetarians and vegans are wise to eat plenty of these foods, yet remain at risk of deficiency because non-heme iron is poorly absorbed. The best way to address this is to augment a diet rich in natural iron with iron supplements processed with citric acid. This creates iron citrate, which is better absorbed than other forms of iron. Taking iron with Vitamin C enhances absorption. Other Important Points about Iron Deficiency and SISU Iron • Take iron supplements away from high fibre food (unless this causes stomach upset) and away from other minerals, such as calcium and magnesium, which can impede absorption. • Iron-deficiency is common among adolescent girls because their rapid growth and monthly menses put high demands on their iron stores. This is exacerbated by diets that are high in junk food and low in iron-rich foods. • Iron deficiency is common among pregnant women because of the demands of fetal growth, and because many women enter pregnancy with undiagnosed mild deficiency. This can cause fetal deficiency, which can continue after birth if the mother’s breast milk is low in iron. All women of childbearing age need adequate iron, especially if they are pregnant or hoping to become pregnant. • DO NOT administer iron supplements to infants and children without medical advice, as they can cause serious adverse effects. Breast-feeding mothers can ensure adequate intake for their infants by taking supplements. Most infant formulas and cereals are iron-enriched, as are many cereals and breads for older children. • Iron deficiency is also common among elderly people. As we age, our stomachs tend to produce less hydrochloric acid (HCl), making it more difficult for our bodies to digest and absorb iron. Lack of HCl can also cause digestive problems such as heartburn, leading to reliance on antacids or Milk of Magnesia (MoM). But these can further interfere with iron absorption. Anyone who uses antacids or MoM regularly should watch for symptoms of iron-deficiency anemia. • Anemia can be caused by many things, including: B12 or folic acid deficiency, bone-marrow diseases, rapid blood loss, steady loss of small amounts of blood due to GI ulcers, heavy menstruation, kidney failure, or chemotherapy. If you experience symptoms of anemia, see your physician for correct diagnosis. • Heavy menstruation can cause iron deficiency and, “ironically,” iron deficiency can cause heavy menstruation. If you menstruate heavily, have your iron levels assessed regularly.
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