Active Iron Women with Active Multivitamin | 30 Iron Capsules & 30 Active Multivitamins | Iron Supplement | High Strength B Vitamins | Non-Constipating | 1-Month Supply

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Certain segments of the population are more prone to inadequate iron levels, and turn to iron supplements to keep their iron levels up.

I live a busy life and like most people I am juggling lots, so having something that supports me on a daily basis is so important to function to the level I want to. Active Iron has had a profound effect on me during my menstrual cycle as it helps support my iron and energy levels throughout the month. I need to maintain high levels of intense training and it’s critical I dont have a monthly dip in performance due to my iron and energy levels.” Rachael BurfordThere is an inherited condition called haemochromatosis where iron levels build up slowly over many years. Women with periods will have a slower build up than men as there will be iron loss monthly. There is no way of knowing you have this condition unless you have the genetic screening for it. Adding Vitamin C as an antioxidant to try and counteract some of the oxidative stress associated with iron. READ NEXT: Be kind to your stomach with these top probiotic drinks What type of iron supplement should I take? Ground breaking protein formula. Kind & Strong. Clinically proven better absorption of iron sulphate. Active Iron is a food supplement and not a medicine, meaning our products contain 100-179% of the recommended daily allowance of iron, whereas prescription iron has a higher dose. For example, prescription iron may contain 100mg elemental iron. The issue with high dose iron is that it oxidises in the gut and as a result it is poorly absorbed (typically just 10% is absorbed). It is this oxidation and poor absorption that causes gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea and constipation in 8/10 people. Typically, 50% of people stop taking iron as a result of these side effects.

Iron is a vital micronutrient that plays an important role,not only in oxygen transport but also in normal energy metabolism, cognitive function, immune function, cell division and the formation of red blood cells and haemoglobin. Despite the importance of iron, nearly 2.1 billion people worldwide are living with insufficient iron levels, regardless of their country of origin or their economic situation. It can be difficult to get enough iron from food alone, and it’s estimated that between 24-50% of women already have inadequate levels at their booking appointment – the first appointment they have with a midwife. Whilst we can get iron from food, it may not be well absorbed or in the sufficient quantities needed to meet the increased iron requirements at play during pregnancy. Once you develop inadequate iron levels in pregnancy, diet alone can’t increase levels enough. In this case, iron supplementation is recommended. You can also improve the absorption of your iron supplement if you take it properly. “You’ll normally be told to take iron supplements on an empty stomach, around one hour before a meal,” says Hussain. “This is because taking them with food can reduce how much iron is absorbed into the gut. If you can take them with a drink that is high in vitamin C, such as orange juice, this helps your body to absorb more iron.” Most liquid iron supplements contain a much lower dose of iron which is why they can avoid these common side effects. Although this is a great benefit, they often do not provide sufficient iron to increase iron levels with some only containing 5mg iron per serving. There are a large variety of reasons why women may not be able to meet their daily iron needs through diet alone includingActive Iron is different, its unique formula provides 2X better absorption*. As a result, more iron is available for the body to absorb, helping to avoid the common side effects**. We recommend Active Iron only to those who are at risk of developing inadequate iron levels (i.e those with regular periods, pregnant, vegetarians, heavy exercisers) or have known inadequate iron levels. Remember, food supplements are not a substitute for a varied diet and a healthy lifestyle. How much iron should a woman take daily? Adults, pregnant women and children over 12 take one capsule daily with water or fruit juice. If directed to, take two capsules per day. For best results take one in the morning and one in the evening. Active Iron is gentle enough to take on an empty stomach. During pregnancy, the amount of blood in your body increases by 30-50%. This increases the requirement for iron in your body as it’s needed to make haemoglobin, which carries oxygen to other cells in your body. Iron is an essential mineral, meaning our bodies need it for optimal health. However, iron is not produced by the body and that is why it’s important to get enough iron from our diet on a daily basis. Inadequate iron levels is a global problem affecting 2 billion people worldwide, with 1 in 4 women impacted. A woman’s iron needs change over her lifetime with menstruating women, endurance athletes, pregnant and postpartum women having a greater need for iron.