Thorne Iron Bisglycinate 60 tablets

Iron is essential for the formation and functioning of healthy red blood cells.* Adequate dietary iron is needed for blood cells to effectively transport oxygen throughout the body. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), up to 16 percent of people in certain population groups have iron deficiency.

People who may be prone to iron deficiency include:
Women of childbearing age
Individuals following a vegan or vegetarian diet
Frequent blood donors
Individuals who have undergone gastric bypass surgery
Individuals on a very high-fiber diet that may inhibit iron absorption
Individuals recovering from blood loss, such as from injury or surgery
Effective athletes who have any of the above additional risk factors

Signs of iron deficiency:
Fatigue or weakness
Shortness of breath
Pale skin
Cold hands and feet
Feelings of dizziness or lightheadedness
Changes in menstrual cycles.