Description:
Biologically available form iron bisglycinate
Bisglycinate is the most biologically available form of iron. The structure of an amino acid chelate is so strong that our stomach acid cannot break it down. This is due to the amino acids in the chelate form which act as a protective layer for the iron. The iron bisglycinate thus reaches our intestines as a complete element where our body then absorbs it. Moreover, we know from iron supplementation that it can sometimes be unpleasant for the stomach and intestines. However, due to the amino acid chelated nature of iron bisglycinate, such complaints are limited!

Always supplement iron and copper together
Balance is the word on which the effectiveness of our mineral household rests. Like a scale, the different elements in our body are continuously weighed. The minerals we know have different relationships with each other. For instance, iron and copper have a so-called double-sided antagonistic effect. This means in plain English that an increased iron intake can lead to a decreased copper level and vice versa. To prevent decreased copper levels and support iron transport, our Iron Bisglycinate Complex contains 50 mcg of copper in the well-absorbable form of gluconate per tablet.

Scientifically supported cofactors
Three supportive nutrients have been added to our Iron Bisglycinate Complex. Additionally, insufficient riboflavin levels (vitamin B2) often coincide with a decreased iron household. Furthermore, vitamin C, the nutrient we generally associate with immunity, promotes the absorption of iron from food. After which the resistance vitamin also ensures a higher iron level in our blood, the place where we need this valuable mineral. Due to its dual function, adding 200 mg of vitamin C also seemed well justified!

Supplementing every other day prevents unfavourable bacterial growth
However, taking an iron tablet three times a day for weeks to months can lead to stomach and intestinal discomfort. Even with the stomach-friendly iron bisglycinate. Recent research has shown what exactly causes this. The small intestine absorbs only fifteen percent of the consumed iron. The vast majority ends up in the large intestine, where the mineral stimulates the growth of unfavourable bacteria that cause complaints. The low iron absorption in the small intestine is related to the hormone hepcidin. When the release of the hormone into the blood decreases, iron absorption in the small intestine increases and vice versa. Research even shows that the liver releases more hepcidin up to 48 hours after taking an iron tablet, which results in worsened iron absorption in the small intestine. Supplementing iron every two days thus offers a solution for iron-related intestinal discomfort!

Preventing hepcidin increase ensures better iron absorption
Intestinal discomfort is not the only problem we associate with daily iron supplementation. The higher hepcidin concentrations that arise after taking an iron tablet have another adverse effect. An increased release of the hormone limits the incorporation of iron into the red blood cell for about two days. In other words, after supplementation with the mineral, the iron tablets taken appear less effective in the 48 hours that follow. Research shows that most iron reaches the bone marrow, and thus the red blood cells, with supplementation every other day in a dosage of 40-80 mg.

- Iron supports the production of red blood cells, is good for normal oxygen transport in the body, and contributes to the production of cells and tissues
- Iron and copper have a beneficial effect on a normal energy-yielding metabolism
- Iron and vitamin B2 are good for fatigue and tiredness
- Iron, copper, vitamin A, vitamin B2, and vitamin C have a positive effect on the immune system
- Copper supports iron transport in the body
- Vitamin A and vitamin B2 promote the availability of iron from body stores and are therefore beneficial for iron metabolism
- Vitamin C promotes the absorption of iron and thus increases the iron level in the blood

Other information

EAN: (90 tablets) 8717438691312

Ingredients
Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C), Iron bisglycinate, cellulose (binder), HPC (binder), Beta carotene (Provitamin A), Magnesium stearate (anti-caking agent), HPMC (coating), Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), Silicon dioxide (anti-caking agent), Retinol acetate (Vitamin A), Copper gluconate.

Take 1 to 3 tablets per day. Supplement every other day. Unless otherwise advised. 

Iron Bisglycinate

Vitamin A

Vitamin B2