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Iron is an essential constituent of the body, necessary for haemoglobin formation, which helps in:

• Treating Anemia

Iron is helpful for treating anemia, one of the most common nutritional deficiencies in the world. Anemia results when hemoglobin is below normal range.

a.    Anemia caused by blood loss –
You can lose red blood cells through bleeding. Causes can include:

i.    Gastrointestinal conditions such as ulcers, hemorrhoids, gastritis (inflammation of your stomach), and cancer

ii.    Menstruation, especially if there is too much bleeding

iii.    Post-trauma or post-surgery

iv.    Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as asprin or ibuprofen, which can cause ulcers and gastritis

b.    Anemia caused by decreased or faulty red blood cell production –
Body may not create enough blood cells, or they may not work the way they should.

i.    Iron-deficiency anemia

ii.    Vitamin-deficiency anemia, specifically B12 or folate

iii.    A diet without enough iron, especially in infants, children, teens, vegans, and vegetarians

iv.    Pregnancy and breastfeeding using up iron in your body

v.    Bone marrow and stem cell problems

c.    Anemia caused by destruction of red blood cells –
When red blood cells are fragile and can’t handle the stress of traveling through your body,
they may burst, causing what’s called hemolytic anemia

• Boosts Hemoglobin
• Reduces Fatigue
• Improves Muscle Strength
• Boosts Immunity
• Reduces Bruising

The absorption of iron varies in amounts, ranging from 1 to 50mg daily depending on the needs of the body. Ferrous salts are better absorbed than ferric salts. Ferrous fumarate contains 33% of elemental iron.

• The availability of B vitamins play a vital role in maintaining good health and well-being. As the building blocks of a healthy body, B vitamins have a direct impact on energy levels, brain function, and cell metabolism.
• Benefits of Vitamin C includes enhance absorption of Iron, protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular diseases, prenatal health problems, eye diseases, skin wrinkling etc.

NOTE: Availability of Iron with Zinc or Calcium can inhibit absorption of either or both.