Iron is an essential mineral and it is an important component of proteins involved in the transport of oxygen and metabolic rate. Almost two thirds of it is in hemoglobin – the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen to the tissues. Lesser amounts of this mineral were found in myoglobin – a protein that helps the muscles to supply oxygen and also in enzymes that promote biochemical reactions in the cells. About 15% of body iron is stored for future needs and is mobilized in case of an inadequate diet. The residue is in the tissues of the body, and it helps the body to function. Older men and women in post menopause lose very little iron except through bleeding. Women with profusely monthly bleeding can lose large amounts of iron. The body usually maintains normal level by controlling the amount absorbed from the diet. Iron is necessary for the transport of oxygen through the body by the RBCs. It also participates in the conversion of blood sugar into energy, and provides a building block for the production of enzymes involved in building new cells, amino acids, hormones and neurotransmitters.
Other important activities including iron are detoxification, liver fatty acid metabolism, the synthesis of carnitine and neurotransmitters serotonin and dopamine. Iron is an essential element for the production of collagen and elastin that provide structural integrity and elasticity of the organs and tissues. The liver is considered the food richest in iron. Other good sources are organ meat, fish and poultry. Dry seeds and vegetables are the best plant sources, followed by dried fruits, nuts, whole-grain breads and cereals. Adding iron to grains, flours and bread contributes significantly to the daily consumption of the mineral.
Chelated, delicate product HAYA Iron (as ferrous bisglycinate) is available as 90 vegetarian capsules 18 mg each.
Advantages:
Taking extra iron helps prevent many disorders associated with deficiency like anemia, deficit after pregnancy or due to heavy menstrual flow.
Recommended dosage:
A typical daily dosage ranges 15-18 mgs;
Take 1 capsule per day with food.
Under the supervision of a health professional doses of 50-100 mgs are used to treat iron deficiency.
Recommended daily allowance (RDA) for iron is 18 mgs per day.
Attention:
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a health professional before using this product.
To avoid potential iron overload, do not consume supplements with iron unless specially recommended by doctor. Too much iron is associated with several genetic diseases, including hemochromatosis.
Iron poisoning was observed only in cases of extreme overdose. For this reason, supplements should be kept out of reach of children. Accidental overdose of products containing iron can lead to fatal poisoning in children under 6 years.
Excessive intake can cause nausea, vomiting, constipation and black stools.
