Description
Evidence Tier · Randomized Controlled Trials
Iron as ferric saccharate with folate in a raspberry oral strip that dissolves on the tongue.
What It Does
Supports normal red blood cell formation and energy.*
How It Works
Iron is required for hemoglobin, which carries oxygen in red blood cells. Folate is required for red blood cell formation and cell division.
Why This Form
A strip for people who have difficulty swallowing iron tablets. 19 mg is close to the 18 mg Daily Value for women.
Clinical Evidence
A randomized, placebo-controlled trial at the University of Lausanne gave 80 mg daily iron to menstruating women with fatigue and low ferritin but no anemia, and measured fatigue scores.¹ The MRC Vitamin Study established the role of folic acid before conception.²
What The Evidence Does Not Show
The fatigue trial used a higher iron dose. Iron should be taken only if you need it. Manufactured in India.
Supplement Facts
| Per Serving | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Iron (as ferric saccharate) | 19 mg | 106% |
| Folate | 400 mcg DFE | 100% |
† Daily Value not established.
Other Ingredients
Pullulan, cellulose, lecithin, raspberry flavor, monk fruit extract, citric acid, medium-chain triglycerides, xanthan gum, steviol glycosides.
Warnings
WARNING: Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6. Keep this product out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison control center immediately. Keep out of reach of children. Do not use if the safety seal is damaged or missing. Store in a cool, dry place.
References
- Vaucher P, Druais PL, Waldvogel S, Favrat B. Effect of iron supplementation on fatigue in nonanemic menstruating women with low ferritin: a randomized controlled trial. CMAJ. 2012;184(11):1247-1254. University of Geneva. PubMed 22777991
- MRC Vitamin Study Research Group. Prevention of neural tube defects: results of the Medical Research Council Vitamin Study. Lancet. 1991;338(8760):131-137. Medical Research Council. PubMed 1677062
Institution names identify where the cited research was conducted. University Vitamins is not affiliated with or endorsed by these institutions. Our Research Standard →
*These statements have 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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