Floradix Formula Liquid Iron supports women throughout their lifetimes - before, during and after the childbearing years. For the thousands of women who find they are unable to remain free from constipation commonly caused by iron supplementation, Floradix is the natural iron solution.

Are you low in iron?

Iron is one of the most common dietary deficiencies, affecting as many as 4-5 billion people or 66-80% of the world's population, according to the World Health Organization.

Some of the symptoms of iron deficiency are:

• Fatigue and general lack of energy
• Decreased ability to concentrate
• Decreased endurance during exercise
• Increased frequency of infection
• Paleness and/or dark circles under the eyes
• Brittle hair and nails
• Cold hands and feet

Iron deficiency (pre-anemia) and anemia have also been linked to PMS, depression, decreased fertility and complications in pregnancy. An early diagnosis of pre-anemia can be achieved with a simple blood test called serum ferritin, allowing for easy correction and prevention of the progression of symptoms.

The average person's body will only dissolve and absorb 20% (3) of most solid supplements and will eliminate the remaining 80%, possibly causing side effects such as constipation, gas and bloating. Because Floradix is a liquid solution and does not need to dissolve, 98%3 of the iron is available for quick potential absorption. As a matter of fact, Floradix was found in a recent study to be faster and more effective at bringing iron stores back to normal than iron from food (1), and can help women boost the average diet, which contains only 8-10mg/day, in order to meet the recommended daily iron intake of 18mg.

Highly absorbable iron compounds

Floradix boasts the highest possible iron absorption rate: up to 25% (4) is absorbed for potential utilization (that's more than twice the absorption of other iron supplements or even dietary iron) due to its liquid format as well as the organically bound iron gluconate and co-factors. Better absorption means you don't need to take as much. In a recent study, it was found that due to the high absorption rate of Floradix, very little unabsorbed iron enters into the intestinal tract and therefore constipation is unlikely to occur (5).

Iron Absorption Chart

Safe, useable dosage

Because Floradix is so highly absorbable, the dosage can be much lower than other iron supplements while still satisfying daily supplemental iron requirements. As well, there is no risk of excess iron storage (2), making Floradix safe for long-term, daily use.

Iron for life

Iron is needed daily in order for your body to keep making new red blood cells, which transport oxygen and permit energy production. Vital for growth and optimal functioning, iron is required in varying amounts throughout the stages of your life. Research has shown that declining iron stores are responsible for numerous health concerns.

• Decreased fertility has been linked to low iron stores (6).
• Before and during pregnancy, low iron can be responsible for improper placenta development and occurrences of pre-term & low birth weight babies (7).
• In infants & children, low iron can cause inadequate production of red blood cells needed for growth.
• In toddlers & school-aged children, iron deficiency can cause poor learning, memory (8) and behavioral problems as well as developmental delays (9).
• From the ages of around 15 to 55, the menstrual cycle, pregnancy & lactation increase the need for iron.
• In both men & women over 59, iron deficiency has become the most common deficiency due to the body's decreased ability to absorb nutrients (2).
• Athletes and those who exercise regularly lose iron through sweat & the digestive tract, putting them at risk for deficiency and decreased endurance.
  

What sets Floradix Formula Liquid Iron apart?

• A highly soluble iron compound and special iron-fed yeast: Combined with B vitamins & vitamin C to provide the highest possible absorption rate.
• Floravit (Yeast-Free) Iron Formula: Provides the same benefits and delicious taste as Floradix. Suitable for yeast- or gluten-free diets. Learn more >>
• Safe, useable dosage: Satisfies daily supplemental iron needs and is safe for long-term supplementation as it does not encourage the storage of excess iron (2).
• Easy-to-digest liquid solution: Allows for more contact with absorption sites and provides approximately 98% (3) absorption.
• Great-tasting fruit juice base: pH-balanced with natural fruit juices.
• Enhanced absorption: added digestive herbs and iron-rich whole food concentrates.
  
• The FloraVit formula is ideal for vegans
  
• Certified Kosher
  
• No harmful additives: No lead, pesticide residues, alcohol, preservatives or artificial colouring.

Floradix is the natural iron solution and has been providing safe and effective iron supplementation for over 60 years.

Medicinal ingredients:
per 100 ml: per 10 ml:
Iron (ferrous gluconate) 75 mg; 7.5 mg
Vitamin B1 (thiamine hydrochloride) 8 mg; 0.8 mg
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin sodium phosphate) 9 mg; 0.9 mg
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride) 4 mg; 0.4 mg
Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin) 6 µg; 0.6 µg

Other Ingredients:
Aqueous herbal extract (54%): carrot, nettle wort, spinach, couch grass root, fennel, ocean kelp, hibiscus; Fruit juice concerntrates (29%): pear, black grape, black currant, orange, blackberry, cherry, ret beet; honey, rosehip extract, wheat germ extract, yeast extract (Saccharomyces cerevisiae), natural flavor, purified water, ascorbic acid, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, vitamin B12.

In a non-medicinal base of:
Extracts of: carrot, nettle wort, spinach, couch grass root, angelica root, fennel seed, kelp, hibiscus flower, bitter orange peel.

Juice concentrates of: pear, black grape, black currant, orange, blackberry, cherry, red beet.

In a base of: honey, rosehip extract, wheat germ, yeast extract (Saccharomyces cerevisiae), natural flavour, purified water; ascorbic acid.

Adult dosage:
Take 10 ml (1/2 capful) twice daily. For kosher use take 10 ml (1/2 capful) twice daily in a glass of water or fruit juice.

Children's dosage:
under 2 years old: as directed by a physician.
2-4 years old: 1/5 the adult dosage.
5-9 years old: 1/4 the adult dosage.
10-14 years old: 1/2 the adult dosage.

Directions for use:
Shake bottle well before use. Take before meals. This medicament is for therapeutic use only.

IMPORTANT!
This product contains no alcohol, preservatives or additives. Do not contaminate the formula by drinking directly from the bottle. To preserve the product and prevent its fermentation, keep refrigerated at all times after opening and consume within 4 weeks. There is enough iron in this product to seriously harm a child. Keep out of the reach of children.

References:

1. Evaluation of Iron Study, Part 1, Department of Gynaecological Endocrinology and Fertility Disorders Heidelberg Women's University Clinic.
2. Maurice E. Shils, M.D., Sc.D. et al., eds. Modern Nutrition in Health and Disease.9th ed. 1999, Lippincott Williams & Wilkins: New York.
3. The Physician's Desk Reference,p.1542.
4. Sebold M. et al, Scientific report of a clinical trial to asses the actual absorption and utilization of the iron compound present in the preparation of Floradix. First Medical Clinic of University of Munich, 1964.
5. Evaluation of Iron Study, Part 1, Department of Gynaecological Endocrinology and Fertility Disorders Heidelberg Women's University Clinic.
6. Ferritin and Fertility, Lancet1991: 337: 1554.
7. Effects of early maternal iron stores on placental weight and structure, Lancet2000.
8. Lancet348:992-996.
9. Archives Disease in Childhood2001:84; 480-485.