Ferrous Ascorbate

Product Description

Ferrous Ascorbate is a commonly used iron supplement, highly valued for its efficacy in treating and preventing iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia. It's a combination of ferrous iron (Fe2+) and ascorbic acid (Vitamin C).

Here's a detailed look at Ferrous Ascorbate:

How it Works & Why the Combination is Effective:

• Iron (Ferrous Form): Iron is a vital mineral primarily responsible for producing hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body. It's also crucial for various other bodily functions, including energy production, immune system function, and DNA synthesis. The "ferrous" (Fe2+) form of iron is generally more readily absorbed by the body than the "ferric" (Fe3+) form.
• Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C): Vitamin C plays a critical role in enhancing iron absorption. It does this in two main ways:
  1. Reduces Ferric to Ferrous Iron: Vitamin C helps convert any dietary ferric iron (Fe3+) into the more absorbable ferrous iron (Fe2+) form in the gut.
  2. Chelation: It forms a soluble chelate with iron, which prevents iron from forming insoluble compounds that are difficult to absorb, especially in the alkaline environment of the small intestine. This means more iron is available for absorption.

By combining ferrous iron with ascorbic acid, Ferrous Ascorbate aims to maximize iron absorption and minimize gastrointestinal side effects often associated with other iron supplements.