{"product_id":"gentle-iron-25-mg-180-capsules-solgar","title":"Solgar Gentle Iron 25mg 180 Veg Capsules | Iron Bisglycinate | Non-Constipating | 180 Day Supply","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolgar Gentle Iron delivers 25mg of iron as Albion® iron bisglycinate chelate — a patented, highly bioavailable form of iron that is gentle on the stomach and non-constipating, making it the preferred choice for those who need iron supplementation without the gastrointestinal side effects commonly associated with standard iron salts.\u003c\/strong\u003e 180 vegetable capsules providing 180 days supply at 1 capsule daily. 139% Daily Value per capsule. Vegan. Non-GMO. Halal. Kosher Parve. Gluten, wheat, and dairy free. Solgar, since 1947.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you need it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIron is an essential trace mineral present in virtually every cell of the human body, with a particularly critical role in oxygen transport and energy metabolism. Its most important functions include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHaemoglobin synthesis:\u003c\/strong\u003e Iron is the central component of haemoglobin — the protein in red blood cells responsible for binding oxygen in the lungs and transporting it to every tissue in the body. Without adequate iron, haemoglobin production falls, reducing the blood's oxygen-carrying capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed blood cell production:\u003c\/strong\u003e Iron is essential for normal erythropoiesis (red blood cell formation) in the bone marrow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnergy utilisation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Iron is a component of myoglobin (oxygen storage in muscle) and cytochromes (mitochondrial electron transport chain), making it essential for cellular energy production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeurotransmitter synthesis:\u003c\/strong\u003e Iron is a required cofactor for the enzymes that synthesise key brain neurotransmitters — including dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin — supporting mood, motivation, and cognitive function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImmune function:\u003c\/strong\u003e Iron supports the normal function of immune cells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIron requirements are highest during periods of rapid growth, pregnancy, and menstruation — making iron supplementation particularly important for women of reproductive age, pregnant women, and adolescents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy iron bisglycinate?\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard iron supplements (ferrous sulphate, ferrous fumarate) are notorious for causing gastrointestinal side effects — nausea, stomach cramps, and constipation — because unabsorbed ionic iron irritates the gut lining. Solgar Gentle Iron uses \u003cstrong\u003eAlbion® iron bisglycinate chelate\u003c\/strong\u003e (US Patent Nos. 6,706,904 and 6,716,814) — in which iron is chelated (bound) to two glycine amino acid molecules. This chelated form is absorbed via a different pathway (amino acid transport) that bypasses the irritating ionic iron absorption route, resulting in significantly better tolerability and enhanced bioavailability with minimal gastrointestinal side effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-constipating \u0026amp; gentle on the stomach\u003c\/strong\u003e — bisglycinate chelate absorbed via amino acid pathway, not ionic iron route\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced bioavailability\u003c\/strong\u003e — Albion® patented chelate technology for superior absorption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e25mg per capsule\u003c\/strong\u003e — 139% Daily Value in a single daily capsule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e180-day supply\u003c\/strong\u003e — exceptional value at 1 capsule daily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVegan, non-GMO, Halal, Kosher Parve\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGluten, wheat, dairy, soy, and yeast free\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSupplement Facts\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 vegetable capsule | \u003cstrong\u003eServings per container:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180\u003cbr\u003eIron (as iron bisglycinate chelate†): \u003cstrong\u003e25mg (139% DV)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e†Albion® patented chelate, US Patent Nos. 6,706,904 and 6,716,814, licensed by Albion International, Inc.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther ingredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Microcrystalline cellulose, vegetable cellulose capsule, vegetable magnesium stearate. Free of gluten, wheat, dairy, soy, yeast, sugar, sodium, artificial flavours, sweeteners, preservatives, and colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSuggested use\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake 1 vegetable capsule daily, preferably with a meal, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eImportant\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eAccidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6 years of age. Keep this product out of reach of children at all times. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison control centre immediately.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConsult your healthcare practitioner before use if pregnant, breastfeeding, taking any medications, or managing a medical condition. Discontinue use and consult your healthcare practitioner if any adverse reactions occur. Do not use if outer bottle seal is missing, torn, or damaged. 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