Easy Iron Frequently Asked Questions:

What is the purpose of an Iron supplement?

Iron is a mineral that your body needs to produce red blood cells. When the body does not get enough iron, you cannot produce the number of normal red blood cells needed to keep you in good health. This condition is called iron deficiency (iron shortage) or iron deficiency anemia. Although some people in North America get enough iron from their diet, most must take additional amounts to meet their needs.

For example, iron is sometimes lost with slow or small amounts of bleeding that you would not be aware of and which can only be detected by your doctor. Your doctor can determine if you have an iron deficiency, what is causing the deficiency, and if an iron supplement is necessary.

Iron is part of hemoglobin, the oxygen-carrying component of the blood. Iron-deficient people tire easily because their bodies are starved for oxygen. Iron is also part of myoglobin, which helps muscle cells store oxygen. Without enough iron, ATP (the fuel the body runs on) cannot be properly synthesized. As a result, iron-deficient people become fatigued even when their hemoglobin levels are normal.

Some conditions may increase your need for iron. These include: bleeding problems, burns, kidney disease and intestinal problems.

Who is likely to be iron deficient?

Vegetarians eat less iron than non-vegetarians, and the iron they eat is somewhat less absorbable. As a result, vegetarians are more likely to have reduced iron stores.

Pregnant women, marathon runners, people who take acetylsalicylic acid (A.S.A. or aspirin), and those who have parasitic infections, hemorrhoids, ulcers, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, gastrointestinal cancers, or other conditions that cause blood loss or malabsorption are likely to become deficient.

What is in Easy Iron?

Easy Iron is made of organic iron. Its ingredients are: Maltodextrin, Iron Pyrophosphate, Polyglycerol Esters, and Lecithin in a base of Fiberrific (partially hydrolyzed inulin). Fiberrific is a clinically proven iron absorption enhancer. All raw materials contained in Easy Iron are extracted from plants and vegetables.

How do I take Easy Iron?

Easy Iron can be mixed in any non-carbonated drink (hot or cold). For best results, blend into water, juices, or any other non cafinated, non-dairy beverage and enjoy.

When do I take Easy Iron?

You can achieve optimal absorption by taking Easy Iron twice daily on an empty stomach.
Other forms of iron cause stomach upset, so you are often told to take supplements with food to reduce the amount of upset. This is not the case with Easy Iron. Easy Iron does not cause stomach upset, it can be easily taken on an empty stomach ensuring optimal absorption.

You should be aware that food (particularly dairy products, tea, coffee, eggs, whole grains and cereal) may reduce iron absorption by 30 - 50%. For more information, speak to your health care professional.

What are the common side effects of iron?

Some common side effects of other iron supplements may include constipation, diarrhea, stomach upset, nausea, and vomiting.

Are there any side effects with Easy Iron?

Because Easy Iron is non-binding (non-constipating) and gentle on the digestive system there are no fears of constipation, diarrhea, stomach upset, nausea, or vomiting. Huge overdoses (as when a child swallows an entire bottle of iron supplements) can be fatal.

Keep iron-containing supplements out of children's reach. Hemochromatosis, hemosiderosis, polycythemia, and iron-loading anemias (such as thalassemia and sickle cell anemia) are conditions involving excessive storage of iron. Supplementing iron can be dangerous for people with these diseases.

Is it normal for iron to change the colour of my stool?

Yes. In some individuals, iron darkens the colour of your stool. If you have additional questions, please contact a health care professional.

How do you compare Easy Iron with other irons?

Other iron supplements are not in the same league with Easy Iron. Other iron supplements are difficult to take, poorly absorbed and cause digestive problems and constipation. Easy Iron is tasteless, odourless and can be mixed in any non-carbonated drink or food without changing its taste. Easy Iron is highly absorbable and bioavailable, without causing constipation or digestive difficulties.

Competing iron products in any form (liquid, capsule, and tablet) including various forms of iron for commercial use are in binding (constipating) forms and cause constipation, diarrhea, stomach upset, nausea, and vomiting. In an effort to reduce the "side effects" of these products you are forced to take these iron products with food, which can reduce absorption by a full 50%! In essence you are taking a supplement knowing full well that you are flushing half of it down the toilet.

Iron tablets are difficult for your body to break down and cause even further stomach upset when the "undigested bits" pass through your system. Iron liquids have numerous added ingredients, flavours and sweeteners in an effort to mask the horrible taste of their iron source, all of which reduce iron absorption.

Easy Iron is gentle on the system, and non-constipating. You will find Easy Iron easy to take without the addition of absorption inhibitors (foods and drinks). In fact Easy Iron contains Fiberrific, the clinically proven iron absorption enhancer. We guarantee that Easy Iron is readily soluble for absorption and subsequent bio-utilization.

What should I expect to feel when I start taking Easy Iron?

Within a couple of weeks you should notice that you have more energy and stamina.

I'm on medication. Is it safe to take Easy Iron?

To ensure no interference with prescription medication you should talk to your health practitioner prior to taking any iron supplement.

Can I use Easy Iron for my children?

Please talk to your health practitioner prior to giving Easy Iron to children. Iron is vital to the health and proper growth of children, but too much iron can be detrimental to their health. Your health practitioner can assess your child and best advise as to the optimal amount for your specific child.

I'm a vegetarian. Can I take Easy Iron?

Easy Iron is 100% pure vegetable based product. The manufacturing process was designed and implemented specifically to meet vegetarians' requirements. Our Quality Assurance Team maintains the highest standards for our products. Easy Iron is guaranteed to contain no animal products or by-products of any kind. Easy Iron is the iron supplement made for you.

*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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