Iron (II) Glycinate (Ferrous Bisglycinate Chelate)
Iron (II) Glycinate (Ferrous Bisglycinate) has been shown to be more effectively absorbed than other types of iron chelate. Iron participates in energy production, oxygen transport, immune activity and making hormones, neurotransmitters and DNA (1).
Natural Sources
Red meats
Offal
Poultry
Fish or shellfish
Eggs
Nuts
Dried fruit
Wholemeal pasta and bread
Iron-fortified bread and breakfast cereal
Legumes
Dark leafy green vegetables
Oats
Tofu
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Evidence Summary
Iron is found in almost every human cell and is considered an essential mineral because it is required to make haemoglobin. Haemoglobin is responsible for transporting oxygen throughout your body, including to the brain. Iron is also needed to make myoglobin, a protein similar to haemoglobin that carries oxygen to your muscles. Iron is important throughout the entire life cycle. Infants need the mineral for normal growth and development, and older adults need iron to fight infections (2). The primary use of chelated iron is to prevent iron deficiency anemia, a condition that can become serious if not treated.
Products with Iron (II) Glycinate (Ferrous Bisglycinate Chelate)
Iron Advanced
30 Hard Capsules
support energy levels + healthy red blood cell production
$18.99
Selucan (Immunity & Growth)
100ml Oral Liquid
non drowsy + forest berry flavour
$14.99
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What age group is suitable to consume an adult dose?
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How should I store my vitamins and supplements?
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References:
1. Clénin GE, Cordes M, Huber A, et al. Iron deficiency in sports – definition, influence on performance and therapy. Swiss Med Wkly 2015;145:w14196
2. Duque, X., Martinez, H., Vilchis-Gil, J. et al. Effect of supplementation with ferrous sulfate or iron bis-glycinate chelate on ferritin concentration in Mexican schoolchildren: a randomized controlled trial. Nutr J 13, 71 (2014). https://doi.org/10.1186/1475-2891-13-71