Iron Glycinate by XYMOGEN – Support for Healthy Iron Levels
Iron Glycinate by XYMOGEN provides 29 mg of iron in each capsule for people whose healthcare practitioner has identified a need for additional dietary iron. This iron supplement uses Ferrochel® ferrous bisglycinate chelate, an amino-acid-bound form selected for absorption and digestive tolerance. The 120-capsule bottle offers a straightforward, single-mineral approach: it adds iron without combining it with a multivitamin or a long list of other active ingredients. That simplicity can be useful when your existing nutrition plan already covers other nutrients.*
Key Iron Glycinate Benefits
- Helps supplement inadequate dietary iron intake when food alone does not meet individual needs.*
- Supports healthy hemoglobin levels, helping maintain the blood’s normal oxygen-carrying function.*
- Supports healthy ferritin levels as part of an individualized plan for iron nutritional support.*
- Provides 29 mg iron capsules in a convenient once-daily serving, with practitioner guidance on continued use.
How Iron Glycinate Works
Iron is a component of hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to tissues. It also contributes to myoglobin, which helps muscles handle oxygen. Ferritin serves a different purpose: it stores iron for future use. Together, these roles explain why adequate iron intake matters for normal oxygen delivery and everyday physiological function. Supplementation helps supply the mineral needed for these processes; it is not a stimulant or a reason to assume that every episode of tiredness calls for more iron.*
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- Ferrous bisglycinate: This chelated iron combines iron with the amino acid glycine. It provides an absorbable source of the mineral to support iron intake and healthy hemoglobin levels when additional iron is needed.*
The formula is designed as a gentle iron supplement, but digestive tolerance still varies. Its single active ingredient makes the amount easier to account for alongside a prenatal, multivitamin, or other supplement. Review those combined sources with your practitioner rather than adding overlapping iron products on your own.
Iron Glycinate Is Formulated For
- Adults with a practitioner-identified need to supplement their dietary iron intake.
- People seeking Ferrochel® iron in a capsule rather than a multi-ingredient formula.
- Individuals whose increased iron requirements have been assessed, including women discussing menstrual iron needs with their healthcare practitioner.
Supplements support your health but do not replace a balanced diet. Always check with your healthcare practitioner if you have doubts about a new supplement. Or you may book a FREE product consultation with Holistic Health Partners, led by Carolyn Mulally BS, RN, HN-BC. You may also wish to explore our Iron collection.
Recommendation: Take one capsule daily, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.
Serving Size: 1 Capsule
Servings Per Container: 120
Iron (as Ferrochel® ferrous bisglycinate chelate) ... 29 mg
Ferrochel and the Albion Medallion design are registered trademarks of Albion Laboratories, Inc.
Other Ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose, HPMC (capsule), stearic acid, magnesium stearate, and silica.
Formulated to exclude: Animal Products, Dairy, Egg, Fish, Gluten, GMO, Peanuts, Shellfish, Soy, Tree Nuts, Wheat, and Yeast.
Storage: Keep closed in a cool, dry place, out of reach of children.
Frequently Asked Questions About Iron Glycinate
What are the benefits of Iron Glycinate?
Iron Glycinate supplies 29 mg of iron per capsule to help meet an identified nutritional need. Iron supports hemoglobin, which carries oxygen in the blood, and contributes to normal muscle oxygen handling through myoglobin. The formula also supports healthy ferritin levels as part of an appropriate iron plan. Its bisglycinate form is selected for absorption and tolerance. The benefit of adding iron depends on your starting intake and iron status, so professional assessment matters more than simply choosing a higher amount.*
Who should take Iron Glycinate?
This formula is best considered by adults whose healthcare practitioner has identified inadequate dietary iron intake or increased requirements. Menstruation, dietary patterns, pregnancy, and other individual factors can change iron needs, but none automatically establishes the right supplement or dose. Ask your practitioner to review your history and any relevant blood tests, especially if you already use a prenatal or multivitamin containing iron. During pregnancy or breastfeeding, obtain individualized advice before use; this single-mineral product is not a complete prenatal.
Are there any side effects of taking Iron Glycinate?
Iron supplements can cause nausea, constipation, abdominal discomfort, or dark stools, even when a gentler form is used. Discuss symptoms and medication timing with your healthcare practitioner, particularly if you take thyroid medicine or certain antibiotics. Do not take extra iron if you have an iron-overload condition unless specifically directed. Accidental iron overdose can be fatal in young children: keep this bottle out of reach, and call a doctor or poison control center immediately after an accidental overdose.
How does Iron Glycinate support overall health?
Adequate iron helps maintain normal oxygen transport, supporting the tissues and muscles involved in daily activity. Iron Glycinate can contribute to that foundation when your diet does not supply enough for your needs. It works within a broader nutrition plan rather than replacing varied meals or medical evaluation of persistent tiredness. Follow the labeled recommendation unless your practitioner directs otherwise, and ask when to reassess iron status. Continued supplementation should reflect your ongoing needs rather than an assumption that more iron is always better.*
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
