Blackmores Bio Iron Advanced 30 tablets

Overview

Blackmores Bio Iron Advanced supplies a form of iron with superior absorption, which is low nausea, lower constipation, and generally well tolerated and gentle on the digestive system. It’s a one a day formula and is suitable for vegans and vegetarians.

Iron is needed to deliver oxygen around the body and to help support healthy energy levels and vitality. It can relieve tiredness and feelings of weakness caused by inadequate iron intake.

Blackmores Bio Iron Advanced formula contains iron bisglycinate which is better absorbed than some other forms of iron, such as ferrous sulphate, if taken with food.

Why use

  • One-a-day formula
  • Low constipation, low nausea
  • Plus B and C vitamins and beta-carotene to support absorption and utilisation to help deliver a high potency iron supplement
  • Suitable for vegans and vegetarians

The Blackmores difference

Blackmores Bio Iron Advanced supplies a form of iron with superior absorption, which is low nausea, lower constipation, and generally well tolerated and gentle on the digestive system. It’s a one a day formula and is suitable for vegans and vegetarians.

Active Ingredients per tablet

Iron

Iron is an essential mineral and an important component of proteins, such as haemoglobin, involved in oxygen transport and metabolism. Iron containing foods include lean red meat, poultry, fish, oysters, dried fruit, legumes, beetroot, whole grains and tofu.

Vitamin C

Ascorbic acid

Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) is a water-soluble antioxidant nutrient involved in many biological processes in the body. Vitamin C is found in a number of fruits and vegetables, great sources are capsicums, blackcurrants, oranges and strawberries.

Betacarotene

Betacarotene is a fat soluble antioxidant found in fruits and vegetables- particularly carrots. Also called provitamin A, betacarotene is converted into vitamin A in the body.

Folic acid

A water-soluble B group vitamin, folate is involved in the synthesis of DNA and RNA and the activation of vitamin B12 into it's active form. Folic acid is found in fresh green leafy vegetables, broccoli, mushrooms, legumes, nuts and fortified cereals.

Vitamin B12

Cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12) is an essential water-soluble nutrient needed for protein and DNA synthesis, folate metabolism, and red blood cell production. Food sources of vitamin B12 include egg yolk, fish, beef, milk and cheese.

Vitamin B6

Pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6) is a water-soluble nutrient involved in the production of proteins, neurotransmitters and haemoglobin. Whole grains, legumes, bananas, seeds, nuts and potatoes are good sources of vitamin B6.

Vitamin B2

Riboflavin (vitamijn B2) is a water-soluble vitamin involved in ATP production and the metabolism of many of the other B group vitamins. Food sources include almonds, mushrooms and wild rice. Vitamin B2 supplements may change urine colour to bright yellow.This is harmless and temporary.

Dosage

Adults - Take 1 tablet once a day, or as professionally prescribed. Take with food



Contraindications and cautions

  • Not recommended for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding
  • Vitamin supplements should not replace a balanced diet
  • Not for the treatment of iron deficiency conditions
  • Drink plenty of water
  • Always read the label
  • Use only as directed
  • If you have any pre-existing conditions, or are on any medications always talk to your health professional before use
  • Some products should be ceased at least two weeks before any elective surgery, please confirm with your health professional

Physical description

A small oval, green tablet.
DIETARY SUPPLEMENT. BLACKMORES AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND.