Iron

Iron is a mineral naturally found in lean meat, vegetables and fruits. It’s essential for the formation of red blood cells and of hemoglobin, the main protein that carries oxygen to the body tissues. Iron helps reduce tiredness and fatigue, helps protect the body from stress and improves immune system function. Iron supplements are recommended for older people, pregnant and breast-feeding women, women with heavy menstrual periods, people who drink alcohol, athletes, or workers who have physically challenging jobs. Iron pidolate is an iron salt characterized by being highly bioavailable and digestible.