Sentences with phrase «of elemental iron»

Taking supplements containing 25 mg of elemental iron, particularly on an empty stomach, can cause nausea and constipation and reduce zinc absorption.

The different forms of iron in supplements contain varying amounts of elemental iron.

Traditionally used herbs for maintaining iron stores in the blood include: Yellow dock, Dandelion and Nettles; these are mineral rich herbs and they support easier bowel tolerance of the elemental iron

Women should therefore consult with a physician before supplementing, and stay within a low dosing range, about 25 - mg of elemental iron taken several times daily.

Absorption differs a lot between the two, because each one contains a different amount of elemental iron ready to be taken into the body.