Nutraceuticals » MN IRON CHELATED 18mg 90VCAPS

Overview
Iron is an essential mineral and an important component of proteins involved in oxygen transport and metabolism. Almost twothirds
of the iron in the body is found in hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen to the body’s tissues.
Smaller amounts of iron are found in myoglobin, a protein that helps supply oxygen to muscle, and in enzymes that assist
biochemical reactions in cells. About 15% of the body’s iron is stored for future needs and mobilized when dietary intake is
inadequate. The remainder is in the body’s tissues as part of proteins that help the body function. Adult men and postmenopausal
women lose very little iron except through bleeding. Women with heavy monthly periods can lose a significant
amount of iron. Your body usually maintains normal iron status by controlling the amount of iron absorbed from food. Iron is
necessary for the transport of oxygen through the body via red blood cells. It is also involved in the conversion of blood sugar to
energy. It provides a crucial building block for the production of enzymes that are involved with making new cells, amino acids,
hormones, and neurotransmitters.
Other important activities requiring iron include liver detoxification, the metabolism of fatty acids, and the synthesis of carnitine
and the neurotransmitters serotonin and dopamine. Iron is essential for the production of collagen and elastin, which provide
structural integrity and elasticity for organs and tissues. Liver is by far the richest iron-containing food; other good sources of
iron-rich foods include organ meats, fish, and poultry. Dried beans and vegetables are the best plant sources, followed by dried
fruits, nuts, and whole grain breads and cereals. Fortification of cereals, flours and bread with iron has contributed significantly
to daily dietary iron consumption.
Our chelated, gentle Iron (as ferrous bisglycinate) is available in 90 count, 18 mg vegetarian capsules.