Tablets · 90 tablets · 90 servings · $0.42/serving
Serving Size:
1 tablet
Amount Per Serving:
Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) ... 15 mg
Folate (as folic acid) ... 680 mcg DFE
(408 mcg folic acid)
Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) ... 30 mcg
Iron (as fermented iron bisglycinate) ... 26 mg
Organic beetroot ... 125 mg
Food Blend ... 36 mg
(Organic brown rice, organic orange, organic broccoli)
Other Ingredients:
Stearic Acid, Cellulose.
Accidental 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.
Patients should consult with their healthcare practitioners for advice regarding specific health conditions and recommended solutions
Take 1 tablet daily, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner. May be taken anytime throughout the day, even on an empty stomach.
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Iron Response™ by Innate Response is a whole-food-based iron supplement designed to support healthy iron levels, red blood cell formation, and oxygen transport in the body. Formulated with iron derived from food-based sources rather than isolated mineral salts, it is intended for individuals seeking iron support with a gentler-on-digestion approach, particularly women of childbearing age or those with increased iron needs.
Why It's Worth Considering: The food-matrix delivery format may offer improved tolerability compared to conventional ferrous sulfate supplements, making it a practical option for those who have experienced digestive discomfort with standard iron forms.
Take 1 tablet daily, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner. May be taken anytime throughout the day, even on an empty stomach.
| Feature | Bisglycinate (gentle) | Ferrous Sulfate | Ferrous Fumarate | Heme Iron |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Absorption | High (chelated) | Moderate | Moderate | Highest (animal-derived) |
| GI Side Effects | Minimal | Common (constipation) | Moderate | Minimal |
| Best For | Sensitive stomachs | Budget, proven | Higher elemental iron | Maximum absorption |
| Take With | Empty stomach OK | Vitamin C required | Vitamin C helps | Anytime |
Iron bisglycinate (Ferrochel) is the best-tolerated form with high absorption and minimal GI side effects. Ferrous sulfate is the most studied but commonly causes constipation and nausea. Heme iron polypeptide has the highest absorption rate but is animal-derived.
Non-chelated iron forms (ferrous sulfate, fumarate) are poorly absorbed, the unabsorbed iron irritates the gut lining and slows peristalsis. Chelated forms (bisglycinate) are absorbed more completely, leaving less unabsorbed iron in the gut. Taking vitamin C improves absorption and reduces GI side effects.
Separate iron from calcium, zinc, magnesium, and dairy by 2+ hours (they compete for absorption). Separate from thyroid medication by 4+ hours. DO take iron WITH vitamin C (doubles absorption). Avoid taking with coffee or tea (tannins reduce absorption by 60%).
Get a complete iron panel: serum ferritin (most sensitive, optimal is 50-100 ng/mL), serum iron, TIBC, and transferrin saturation. Symptoms of deficiency: fatigue, cold hands/feet, pale skin, brittle nails, shortness of breath, brain fog, and restless legs. Ferritin below 30 ng/mL warrants supplementation in most cases.
† These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
