Description

Iron and essential B vitamins and vitamin C in a complete blood-building formula* Ferrasorb provides iron in chelated form for optimal absorption, plus the active forms of folate and vitamins B6 and B12 – essential for blood-building – and vitamin C to enhance iron’s absorption.* Iron is essential to the formation and function of healthy red blood cells.* An adequate amount of iron in the diet 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 certain populations are deficient in iron.
Individuals who are prone to be iron or B vitamin deficient include:
Women of menstruating age
Individuals who follow a vegan or vegetarian diet
Older individuals and others who tend to have less stomach acid
Individuals who have undergone gastric bypass surgery
Those who have intestinal conditions that affect nutrient absorption
Individuals with an autoimmune disorder
Signs of an iron deficiency:
Fatigue or weakness
Shortness of breath
Pale skin
Cold hands and feet
Feeling lightheaded or dizzy
Changes in menstrual cycles
Decreased athletic performance

Iron 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 Ferrasorb contains iron reacted with glycine to enhance its absorption in the gastrointestinal tract, thus helping to decrease the typical side effects of iron supplementation.*
Why vitamin cofactors?
Iron is not the only nutrient essential for healthy red blood cells. Having a deficiency in the B vitamins can also lead to adverse issues with red blood cell formation.*
Signs of B vitamin deficiency:
Fatigue or muscle weakness
Decreased mood quality
Sores in the mouth or on the tongue
Problems with memory or cognition
Feeling of being on “pins and needles”

Ferrasorb combines the active forms of vitamin B6 (pyridoxal 5'-phosphate), vitamin B12 (methylcobalamin), and folate (L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate), along with vitamin C, with a well-absorbed form of iron – for an optimal blood-building supplement for individuals who struggle with more than simple iron deficiency.*
Features of Thorne’s Ferrasorb:
Iron provided in chelated form for optimal absorption*
Reduced GI side effects, such as nausea and constipation*
Provides 36 mg of elemental iron per capsule as Ferrochel® chelate
Active forms of vitamins B12, B6, and folate, with vitamin C for an enhanced approach to red blood cell health*
NPN: 80061915

Ingredients

Medicinal Ingredients:
Per Capsule:
Iron (Iron (II) Bisglycinate) (Ferrochel®)† 36 mg
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) 15 mg
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxal 5'-Phosphate) 5 mg
Folate (L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid, Glucosamine Salt) 400 mcg
Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin) 300 mcg
Non-Medicinal Ingredients:
Hypromellose (derived from cellulose) capsule, Microcrystalline Cellulose, L-Leucine, Silicon Dioxide.
†This product uses Albion’s Ferrochel® Ferrous Bisglycinate. Ferrochel is a registered trademark of Albion International, Inc.
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Directions

Recommended Use or Purpose:
Helps to form red blood cells and helps in their proper function.
Recommended Dose (Adults):
Take 1 capsule daily or as recommended by a health-care practitioner. Take with food. Take a few hours before or after taking other medications.

Cautions

Risk Information:
Keep out of reach of children. There is enough drug (iron) in this package to seriously harm a child. Some people may experience constipation, diarrhea, and/or vomiting.
Do not use if security seal inside the cap is broken. Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place.