Floradix Formula Liquid Herbal Iron Extract
Iron is essential for
hemoglobin formation and for the effective circulation of oxygen throughout the
body. Without adequate levels of iron in the blood, one will be left feeling
lethargic and tired. Women are more likely to suffer from anemia and low
blood-iron because menstruation, pregnancy and breastfeeding tax their iron
stores. Vegetarians are at higher risk of developing iron deficiency and so are
those who eat little red meat.
Liquid iron gluconate
(Floradix) is one of the most reliable and trusted forms of liquid iron world
wide. This time tested, non-constipating & well-known liquid iron and
vitamin formula helps prevent iron deficiency and will greatly increase your
energy, overall health and well being.
Nutrition Facts of Floradix Formula Liquid Herbal Iron Extract
Serving Size
(tsp) 2Vitamin C (mg) 10Vitamin B1 (mg) 2.5Vitamin B2 (mg) 4Vitamin B6 (mg)
2Vitamin B12 (mcg) 7.5 Iron elemental 10.
Ingredients
Aqueous
extracts from: carrot, nettle worth, spinach, quitnch roots, angelica roots,
fennel, ocean kelp, African mallow blossom, orange peel.
Directions
Take 1 teaspoonful = 5ml or 1/4 measuring capful 3-4 x daily before meals.
What is Iron - Floradix Formula Liquid Herbal Iron Extract?
Iron, one of the most
abundant metals on Earth, is essential to most life forms and to normal human
physiology. Iron is an integral part of many proteins and enzymes that maintain
good health. In humans, iron is an essential component of proteins involved in
oxygen transport [1,2]. It is also essential for the regulation of cell growth
and differentiation [3,4]. A deficiency of iron limits oxygen delivery to
cells, resulting in fatigue, poor work performance, and decreased immunity
[1,5-6]. On the other hand, excess amounts of iron can result in toxicity and
even death [7].
Almost two-thirds of
iron in the body is found in hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that
carries oxygen to tissues. Smaller amounts of iron are found in myoglobin, a
protein that helps supply oxygen to muscle, and in enzymes that assist
biochemical reactions. Iron is also found in proteins that store iron for
future needs and that transport iron in blood. Iron stores are regulated by
intestinal iron absorption.
What affects iron
absorption?
Iron absorption
refers to the amount of dietary iron that the body obtains and uses from food.
Healthy adults absorb about 10% to 15% of dietary iron, but individual
absorption is influenced by several factors.
Storage levels of
iron have the greatest influence on iron absorption. Iron absorption increases
when body stores are low. When iron stores are high, absorption decreases to
help protect against toxic effects of iron overload. Iron absorption is also
influenced by the type of dietary iron consumed. Absorption of heme iron from
meat proteins is efficient. Absorption of heme iron ranges from 15% to 35%, and
is not significantly affected by diet. In contrast, 2% to 20% of nonheme iron
in plant foods such as rice, maize, black beans, soybeans and wheat is
absorbed. Nonheme iron absorption is significantly influenced by various food
components.
Meat proteins and
vitamin C will improve the absorption of nonheme iron. Tannins (found in tea),
calcium, polyphenols, and phytates (found in legumes and whole grains) can
decrease absorption of nonheme iron. Some proteins found in soybeans also
inhibit nonheme iron absorption [1,25]. It is most important to include foods
that enhance nonheme iron absorption when daily iron intake is less than
recommended, when iron losses are high (which may occur with heavy menstrual
losses), when iron requirements are high (as in pregnancy), and when only
vegetarian nonheme sources of iron are consumed.
Who may need extra
iron to prevent a deficiency - Floradix Formula Liquid Herbal Iron Extract?
Three groups of
people are most likely to benefit from iron supplements: people with a greater
need for iron, individuals who tend to lose more iron, and people who do not absorb
iron normally. These individuals include:
-pregnant women
-preterm and low birth weight infants
-older infants and toddlers
-teenage girls
-women of childbearing age, especially those with heavy menstrual
losses
-people with renal failure, especially those undergoing routine
dialysis
-people with gastrointestinal disorders who do not absorb iron
normally
Celiac Disease and
Crohn's Syndrome are associated with gastrointestinal malabsorption and may
impair iron absorption. Iron supplementation may be needed if these conditions
result in iron deficiency anemia [41].
Women taking oral
contraceptives may experience less bleeding during their periods and have a
lower risk of developing an iron deficiency. Women who use an intrauterine
device (IUD) to prevent pregnancy may experience more bleeding and have a
greater risk of developing an iron deficiency. If laboratory tests indicate
iron deficiency anemia, iron supplements may be recommended.
Total dietary iron
intake in vegetarian diets may meet recommended levels; however that iron is
less available for absorption than in diets that include meat [58]. Vegetarians
who exclude all animal products from their diet may need almost twice as much
dietary iron each day as non-vegetarians because of the lower intestinal absorption
of nonheme iron in plant foods [1]. Vegetarians should consider consuming
nonheme iron sources together with a good source of vitamin C, such as citrus
fruits, to improve the absorption of nonheme iron [1].
There are many causes
of anemia, including iron deficiency. There are also several potential causes
of iron deficiency. After a thorough evaluation, physicians can diagnose the
cause of anemia and prescribe the appropriate treatment.
