Iron + Vitamin C (iron bisglycinate & acerola) 20mg | 365 tablets | Vit4ever

Iron + Vitamin C from Vit4ever

Sports, menstruation, or a plant-based diet: these are three completely different situations in which people pay extra attention to their iron intake. These tablets from Vit4ever combine 20mg of iron from iron bisglycinate with 40mg of natural vitamin C from acerola extract. One tablet per day, 365 in a bottle, made for adults who want to supplement their iron intake in a targeted way without any fuss.

What your body uses iron for

Iron is a trace element that your body uses to transport oxygen. It is incorporated into hemoglobin, the substance in your red blood cells that binds oxygen and brings it to your tissues. Iron contributes to normal oxygen transport in the body and to the normal formation of red blood cells and hemoglobin. Some people, such as menstruating women, athletes, and people who eat a vegetarian or vegan diet, pay extra attention to their iron intake. If you have doubts about your iron status, consult your GP. Iron also contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue and to a normal energy-yielding metabolism. Iron also contributes to the normal functioning of the immune system and to normal cognitive function. Furthermore, iron plays a role in the cell division process.

Chelation: what iron bisglycinate is

The difference between iron forms lies in how the iron is attached to its carrier. In forms such as iron sulfate or iron fumarate, the iron is bound as a salt. In iron bisglycinate, the iron is linked to two molecules of the amino acid glycine via a chemical bond, called chelation. The tablets themselves are small, easy to swallow, and entirely plant-based, without gelatin or other animal-derived ingredients.

Why acerola and not just synthetic vitamin C

The acerola cherry is one of the most concentrated natural sources of vitamin C that exist, far richer than an orange. Vit4ever uses an extract of this fruit instead of synthetic ascorbic acid. Vitamin C increases iron absorption. Vitamin C also contributes to the protection of cells against oxidative stress and to the normal functioning of the immune system. Vitamin C also contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, to the normal functioning of the nervous system, and to normal psychological function. Furthermore, vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal functioning of the skin, blood vessels, bones, cartilage, teeth, and gums, and to the regeneration of the reduced form of vitamin E. That is why iron and vitamin C are together in one tablet.

Practical: intake and duration

Take 1 tablet daily with sufficient liquid, preferably one hour before a meal. It is better to drink coffee, black tea, and green tea at another time, because the tannins in them can reduce the absorption of iron. Calcium from dairy can also temporarily reduce absorption, so it is better not to combine a dairy product directly with the tablet. Many people wonder how long such a bottle lasts: with one tablet per day, 365 tablets will last you exactly one year, without having to reorder halfway through. The tablets are made in certified EU production and deliberately contain no magnesium stearate, colorings, or unnecessary fillers, which also makes them suitable for those who prefer a short ingredient list.

In short: iron bisglycinate with natural vitamin C from acerola, in chelate form and a year's supply in one bottle. A sensible choice for those who want to consciously supplement their iron intake.