Our Iron Complex Ultra 14mg is based on the combination of plant-based iron with particularly bioavailable, organic iron compounds and therefore has a very wide range of iron sources for optimal iron absorption and utilisation. This complex is supplemented by buffered vitamin C as calcium ascorbate for improved iron absorption, copper as copper lysinate for the transport of iron in the body and synergistic, bioactive B-vitamin forms to support haematopoiesis. The formula is rounded off with amino acids and lactoferrin.
Plant-Based Iron from Curry Leaves & Buckwheat
The curry leaves used in this formula come exclusively from natural cultivation without the use of plant protection products. The chemically organic iron from curry leaves is obtained via particularly gentle water extraction, completely without the use of other solvents (e.g., N-hexane, methanol or acetone) and is therefore free from residues. Ongoing laboratory tests by the manufacturer also guarantee an iron content of at least 3% and the absence of heavy metals and pesticides. We use sprouted buckwheat enriched with trace elements as an additional source of iron. During the germination process, iron is incorporated into the natural cell matrix of the buckwheat, resulting in buckwheat germ powder that contains chemically organic and highly bioavailable iron.
Organic Iron Forms: Iron Bisglycinate, Lactate & Gluconate
According to current research, iron bisglycinate is the most highly bioavailable iron compound. In this form, iron is bound as a chelate to the amino acid L-glycine and can be absorbed particularly well by the body. Although glycine occurs naturally in nuts, soybeans and lentils, it cannot be isolated from them in large quantities, which is why we have opted for glycine or iron bisglycinate as a pure substance. As such, it is suitable for vegetarians and vegans.
Iron lactate is also a bioavailable chelate in which iron is bound to the salt of lactic acid (lactate). Contrary to what the name suggests, iron lactate is not obtained from milk and is therefore completely vegan. The iron compound is often used as a food additive (e.g., for colouring black olives) or incorporated into baby food. The ferrous lactate for our Iron Complex Ultra 14mg has a particularly high purity of at least 96%.
Ferrous gluconate is a chemically organic form of iron in which iron is bound to the salt of naturally occurring gluconic acid. We use this iron compound as a pure substance with a purity of at least 98%.
Cofactors: Vitamin C, B-Complex, Copper & Amino Acids
To improve iron absorption, iron transport and haematopoiesis, our iron complex contains buffered vitamin C as calcium ascorbate, particularly pure copper lysinate (98%) and a bioactive vitamin B complex, including vitamin B12 as the patented MH3A® formula and folic acid as Magnafolate® Pro.
Lactoferrin & Amino Acids
Our Iron Complex Ultra 14mg is supplemented with the amino acids lysine and glycine (at least 98% pure) and the biologically active whey protein lactoferrin. We only use high-quality, particularly pure lactoferrin (at least 95%), which is obtained by means of ion exchange, ultrafiltration and subsequent gentle freeze-drying.
The milk used for our whey protein comes from sustainable sources in Australia with high animal welfare standards. Our partner has its own animal welfare policy and a comprehensive programme for animal welfare and protection, which focuses both the physical and mental welfare of the animals. This includes ensuring that the dairy cows can be out on pasture at least 350 days a year.
We use patented, gastric acid–resistant HPMC capsules (DR® Caps) as capsule shells. We use light-protected and environmentally friendly amber glass instead of plastic for the packaging.
