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Herbal Iron
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8.5 fl. oz. Liquid

Iron And Herb Multi-Vitamin Dietary Supplement

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Herbal Iron is a liquid iron and multi-vitamin supplement formulated using iron-II-lactate, rather than the commonly used gluconate. The difference is that iron-II-lactate is a highly absorbable and easily tolerable form of iron. Vitamin C and natural fruit and vegetable concentrates such as currant, spinach and red beet - some of the most abundant iron sources known - fortify the formula and create its pleasant taste. This is an especially important feature for children with fussy taste buds.*

Iron is one of the most abundant metals in the universe. It is also one of the most useful in biochemical functions. In the human body, iron is present in all cells and has several vital functions -- as a carrier of oxygen to the tissues from the lungs in the form of hemoglobin (Hb), as a facilitator of oxygen use and storage in the muscles as myoglobin, as a transport medium for electrons within the cells in the form of cytochromes, and as an integral part of enzyme reactions in various tissues. Too little iron can interfere with these vital functions and lead to morbidity and mortality.*

Low iron levels in the blood are the most common and most prevalent mineral deficiency. Iron deficiency can be a very difficult diagnosis, since the symptoms such as lethargy, tiredness and dizziness are non-specific and can be found in a variety of ailments. However, people who are most at risk (including menstruating and pregnant women, athletes, and vegetarians) may have difficulty getting adequate iron supplies from their food sources alone.*

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Supplement Facts Serving Size: Two (2) Teaspoons Servings Per Container: Approximately 25

	Amount Per Serving	Daily Value
Calories	10
Calories From Fat	0
Total Carbohydrate	2.4g	<1%
Sugars	1g

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)	30 mg	50%
Thiamin (Vitamin B1)	.70 mg	47%
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)	.8 mg	47%
Vitamin B6	1 mg	50%
Iron (As Iron-II-lactate)	8 mg	44%
Red Beet (Concentrate)	4.4 g	**
Black Currant (Concentrate)	1.2 g	**
Rose Hips (Pulp)	1.1 g	**
Carrot (Concentrate)	.3 g	**
Spinach (Powder)	1.1 g	**
Rosemary (Leaves)	2.2 mg	**
Bitter Orange (Peel)	2.2 mg	**
Lemon Balm (Melissa) (Leaves)	1.7 mg	**
Gentian (Root)	1.3 mg	**
Yarrow (Leaves)	1.2 mg	**
Stinging Nettle (Leaves)	.8 mg	**
Sage (Leaves)	.2 mg	**

See bottle for dosage for children 2-4 years of age.

** Daily Value Not Established. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Other Ingredients

Apple Pectin, Carob, Citric Acid, Fructose, Guar Gum, Honey, Purified Water, Sodium Benzoate

Suggested Use

As a dietary supplement for adults and children over four (4) years of age, two (2) teaspoons two (2) times daily, or more as recommended by your healthcare practitioner. Children between 2 and 4 years of age, one (1) teaspoon two (2) times daily. Shake well before using.

Warnings

Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6. Keep out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison control center immediately. Refrigerate after opening. Do not use if seal is broken/missing.

Applicable Functions

Anemic Weakness, Blood Strength, Cellular Oxidation, Cold Feet, Cold Hands, Dizziness, Vitamin Deficiency

Related Structure Groups

Blood, Blood Cell

Related Emotions

Fatigue

About NatureWorks

The NatureWorks brand offers you a complete line of all-natural products imported from Europe's rich herbal tradition. Created by a renowned pharmacist, one of Europe's leading herbalists, each medication is an excellent result of the herbalist's art and pharmaceutical science, superior in both their quality and effectiveness. Every NatureWorks product is expertly analyzed in our own laboratory to assure you of unquestioned purity and optimum potency.

What Is Anemia?

Anemia is a condition in which a person does have enough red blood cells or the proper concentration of hemoglobin (iron-containing portions of red blood cells). These deficiencies occur when the body either does not make enough red blood cells or destroys too many red blood cells. One of the major functions of red blood cells is to carry oxygen throughout the body,. A decrease in red blood cells means the body's tissues don't get enough oxygen, causing the symptoms of anemia. There are several different types of anemia. The most common are iron deficiency anemia, megaloblastic anemia (caused by lack of some B vitamins), and anemia of chronic disease.

Signs and Symptoms:

Symptoms of anemia can be mild, at first, and can be mistaken for other symptoms of other conditions.

* Tiredness
* Weakness
* Shortness of breath
* Pale skin
* Lightheadedness
* Headache
* Feeling cold
* Rapid heartbeat and chest pain

What Causes It?

Anemia may have the following causes.

* Blood loss, including gastrointestinal blood loss (caused by ulcers, cancer, parasites), genitourinary blood loss (such as from heavy menstruation), or blood loss after surgery or regular blood donations
* Diseases and conditions, such as congenital diseases (for example, sickle-cell anemia), malabsorption syndromes (for example, celiac disease), and other chronic conditions
* Side effect of medication
* Malnutrition
* Iron, folic acid, vitamin B12, or other vitamin deficiencies
* Pregnancy and breast-feeding
* Excessive alcohol or drug use

Treatment Options

Treatment depends on the cause and severity of the anemia. Your health care provider may recommend changes in your diet to make sure you receive all of the nutrients you need for healthy blood formation, such as vitamin B12, iron, and folic acid. Your health care provider may also suggest nutritional supplements or medication. If your anemia is the result of an underlying disease, that disease mustfirst be successfully treated.*

Complemetary And Alternative Therapies For Anemia

Most cases of anemia will respond well to nutritional therapy. You should, however, already have the underlying cause of anemia diagnosed so you can begin the right treatment. For example, excess iron is toxic, and you should not take supplements unless you have iron deficiency anemia and your health care provider recommends them. Herbal and nutritional treatments may be helpful when used along with medical treatment.*

Nutrition and Supplements

-Ferrous fumerate, glycerate, or sulfate (50 mg three times per day for 3 - 6 months, or as prescribed) are the most absorbable forms of iron. All iron supplements can cause nausea, constipation, and heartburn. Taking a smaller dose three times a day may reduce side effects, as can taking iron with meals. If you miss a dose, don't take an extra dose the next time. Never take a double dose of iron. Keep iron supplements away from children. Even a little excess iron can be fatal.*

-Dietary sources of iron include red meat (especially calf liver), beans, beet greens, blackstrap molasses, almonds, and brewer's yeast. Green leafy vegetables contain both iron and folic acid (see below).

-Vitamin C -- 250 - 500 mg twice a day to aid in absorption of iron. Dietary sources include citrus fruits and juices, tomatoes, broccoli, and cauliflower.

-Vitamin B12 -- cyanocobalamine, 1,000 mcg via injection once a day for 1 - 2 weeks, then every 1 - 3 months; or orally, 1,000 - 2,000 mcg per day. Dietary sources include liver, meats, eggs, tuna, and cheese.

-Folic acid (400 mcg - 1,000 mcg per day) -- for folic acid deficiency, which can cause anemia. Good food sources include green leafy vegetables, orange juice, and grains. Folic acid supplementation can mask vitamin B12 deficiency, so always take vitamin B12 when taking folic acid.

Herbs

Herbs can strengthen and tone the body's systems. As with any therapy, you should work with your provider to get your problem diagnosed before starting any treatment. You may use herbs as dried extracts (capsules, powders, teas), glycerites (glycerine extracts), or tinctures (alcohol extracts). People with a history of alcoholism should avoid using tinctures. Unless otherwise indicated, you should make teas with 1 tsp. herb per cup of hot water. Steep covered 5 - 10 minutes for leaf or flowers, and 10 - 20 minutes for roots. Drink 2 - 4 cups per day. You may use tinctures singly or in combination as noted.*

You may be treated with the following herbal therapies for 1 -3 months and then reassessed.

-Blackstrap molasses, also known as pregnancy tea (1 tbs. per day in a cup of hot water), is a good source of iron, B vitamins, and minerals. Blackstrap molasses is also a very gentle laxative.*

-Spirulina, or blue-green algae, may treat both microcytic and macrocytic anemias. Dose is 1 heaping tsp. per day.*

-Alfalfa (Medicago sativa), dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) root or leaf, burdock (Arctium lappa), and yellowdock (Rumex crispus) have long been used to fortify and cleanse the blood. For mild cases of anemia, they may help bring levels of hemoglobin into normal range. Dosage is 1 tbs. per cup of water. Simmer roots for 20 minutes and leaves for 5 minutes. You may use a single herb, or a combination of these four herbs.*

-Gentian ( Gentiana lutea) is often used in Europe to treat anemia by stimulating the digestive system to more easily absorb iron and other nutrients. Add 1 tsp. powdered dried rhizome to 3 cups of water. Take 1 tbs. about a half hour before eating.*

Homeopathy

Although few studies have examined the effectiveness of specific homeopathic therapies, professional homeopaths may consider the following remedies for the treatment of anemia based on their knowledge and experience. Before prescribing a remedy, homeopaths take into account a person's constitutional type -- a person's physical, emotional, and psychological makeup. An experienced homeopath assesses all of these factors when determining the most appropriate treatment for each individual.

A homeopath will usually consider anemia as symptomatic of an underlying condition, and treat that condition.

* Ferrum phosphoricum -- for iron deficiency
* Calcarea phosphorica -- particularly for children with nighttime bone aches, cool hands and feet, lack of energy, or poor digestion

Supporting Research On Anemia

Branch WT Jr. Office Practice of Medicine. Philadelphia, Pa: WB Saunders Company; 1994.

Carr AC, Frei B. Toward a new recommended dietary allowance for vitamin C based on antioxidant and health effects in humans. Am J Clin Nutr. 1999;69(6):1086-1107.

CDC Recommendations to prevent and control iron deficiency in the United States. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. MMWR Recomm Rep 1998;47:1-29.

Elia M. Oral or parenteral therapy for B12 deficiency. Lancet . 1998;352:1721-22.

Fauci AS, Braunwald E, Isselbacher KJ, et al., eds. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine. 14th ed. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill; 1998.

JAMA Patient Page. How much vitamin C do you need? JAMA. 1999;281(15):1460.

Johnston CS. Recommendations for vitamin C intake. JAMA. 1999;282(22):2118-2119.

Kelley WN, ed. Textbook of Internal Medicine. 3rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Lippincott-Raven; 1997.

Levine M, Rumsey SC, Daruwala R, Park JB, Wang Y. Criteria and recommendations for vitamin C intake. JAMA. 1999;281(15):1415-1453.

Tyler VE. The Honest Herbal: A Sensible Guide to the Use of Herbs and Related Remedies. 3rd ed. Binghamton, NY: Pharmaceutical Products Press; 1993.

Ullman D. The Consumer's Guide to Homeopathy. New York, NY: Penguin Putnam; 1995:181.

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