Product Details
Iron is an element that can help
promote a healthy and efficient immune system. It is a component of
enzymes found within immune cells that chew up foreign substances.
Iron is also involved in the entire process of respiration. It is
needed for oxidative phosphorylation and is a key component in
hemoglobin.*
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Iron+
Helps to Support:
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Efficient immune system function* |
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Red blood cell health* |
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Respiration health* |
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Enzymatic function throughout body* |
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Energy production* |
Minerals for Life™ water-soluble Iron+ is a
dietary supplement containing elemental iron.
Iron deficiency is one of the most
common deficiency diseases in the world, even though iron is a
common element that is among the ten most abundant elements in the
universe and in the earth’s crust.
Iron’s most critical role in the body is the production of
hemoglobin, a component of blood that helps carry oxygen to the
tissues. Hemoglobin is found in our red blood cells and makes up
over 95% of the protein in the red blood cell and accounts for about
10% of the weight of whole blood. Not only is iron required for the
production of hemoglobin, but it is critical to the whole
respiration process.
Iron is involved in many processes in the body. Further, various
enzymes depend on iron to function, especially the cytochrome P450
systems of the liver. These enzymes serve the important function of
helping remove toxic substances from the body. Iron is also
essential to energy production.
Iron works with many enzymes in biochemical reactions in the body.
However, to be used most efficiently iron must be present with
proper amounts of copper, cobalt, manganese, vitamin C, and all
B-complex vitamins.
Women need more iron due to the loss of blood during the menstrual
cycle, and the need for iron is also increased during pregnancy and
beastfeeding.
Adult
Directions
Take 1 teaspoon daily with a meal. Do not exceed
1 teaspoon daily. This product may be taken on an occasional basis
as desired.
Caution
Do not consume if tamper resistant seal is broken or missing. Keep
cap tightly closed and out of reach of children. Not intended for
children under 14 years of age. Not for pregnant or lactating women.
First consult with your physician before starting this or any new
mineral or nutrient supplement program. Isolated minerals or
nutrients are best taken as part of a comprehensive supplement
program containing a broad spectrum of nutrients.
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This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug
Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose,
treat, cure, or prevent any disease. |
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