{"product_id":"iron-bisglycinate","title":"Iron Bisglycinate","description":"\u003cp\u003eIron is essential to the formation and function of healthy red blood cells.* An adequate amount of dietary iron is required for blood cells to efficiently transport oxygen throughout the body. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC), up to 16 percent of individuals in some populations is deficient in iron.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndividuals who can be prone to iron deficiency include:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: disc;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWomen of menstruating age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividuals who follow a vegan or vegetarian diet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequent blood donors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividuals who have undergone gastric bypass surgery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividuals who eat a very high fiber diet, which can inhibit iron absorption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividuals recovering from blood loss, such as injury or surgery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerformance athletes who have any of the above additional risk factors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSigns of iron deficiency:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: disc;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFatigue or weakness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShortness of breath\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePale skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold hands and feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeeling lightheaded or dizzy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChanges in menstrual cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecreased athletic performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIron is difficult for the body to absorb, and supplementing with conventional forms of iron, including ferrous sulfate, can cause gastrointestinal side effects – such as nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, and dark-colored stools. Thorne's Iron Bisglycinate contains iron reacted with glycine to optimize its absorption in the gastrointestinal tract, thus minimizing the typical side effects of iron supplementation.*\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures of Thorne’s Iron Bisglycinate\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: disc;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIron provided in a chelated form for optimal absorption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced GI side effects, such as nausea and constipation*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides 25 mg of elemental iron per serving as Ferrochel® chelate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNSF Certified for Sport®\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause athletes need to know their supplements are trustworthy and compliant, every batch of an NSF Certified for Sport® product is tested for compliance with label claims and to ensure the absence of nearly 300 substances banned by many major athletic organizations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuggested Use:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTake 1 capsule daily or as recommended by your health-care practitioner.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarnings:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALLERGY WARNING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis product is contraindicated in an individual with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePREGNANCY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf pregnant, consult your health-care practitioner before using this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINTERACTIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere are no known adverse interactions or contraindications at publication date.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOTHER WARNINGS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under six. Keep this product out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison control center immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46376172126397,"sku":"PSCM226","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/2207\/0205\/files\/m226__vbaaaf58da43e4570486a71973c2e7172b52b8e79.png?v=1778242125","url":"https:\/\/www.performancesupplyretail.co\/products\/iron-bisglycinate","provider":"Performance Supply Retail","version":"1.0","type":"link"}