Iron by BrainMD – Gentle Iron Supplement for Energy Support
Iron by BrainMD is a doctor-developed iron supplement featuring Ferrochel® Ferrous Bisglycinate Chelate, a highly absorbable form of iron designed to be gentle on the digestive system. Each capsule supplies 25 mg of iron to support healthy hemoglobin levels, normal oxygen transport, and everyday energy production.
Iron is an essential mineral involved in numerous normal body functions, including energy production, cognition, and immune function. This targeted formula provides a convenient option for individuals whose diets or nutritional needs call for additional iron support, while its chelated form helps promote efficient absorption and gastrointestinal tolerance.
Key Iron Benefits
- Provides 25 mg of highly absorbable Ferrochel iron per capsule.
- Supports healthy hemoglobin levels and normal oxygen transport throughout the body.
- Promotes normal energy production and cellular function.
- Supports normal cognition and healthy immune function.
- Uses a gentle chelated form designed to support absorption and digestive tolerance.
How Iron Works
Iron is an essential mineral best known for its role in hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that helps transport oxygen throughout the body. Maintaining adequate iron nutrition therefore supports normal oxygen utilization and energy-producing processes at the cellular level. Iron also participates in normal gene regulation, cognition, and immune function. BrainMD uses Ferrochel®, a patented ferrous bisglycinate chelate in which iron is bonded to the amino acid glycine. This chelated form is designed to promote bioavailability while remaining gentle on the stomach and intestinal system. For individuals who require supplemental iron, this standalone formula provides a measured 25 mg serving in one convenient capsule.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- Iron (as Ferrochel® Ferrous Bisglycinate Chelate): Supplies 25 mg of iron per capsule in a highly absorbable chelated form. Iron supports healthy hemoglobin levels, normal oxygen transport, cellular energy production, cognition, and immune function.
- Ferrochel®: A patented form of chelated iron that bonds iron with glycine to promote effective absorption while supporting gastrointestinal tolerance.
BrainMD Iron is vegan and non-GMO. The formula is free from milk/dairy, gluten, wheat, yeast, eggs, corn, and artificial colors or flavoring. It is also identified by BrainMD as soy free, nut free, and sugar free, making it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences.
Iron Is Formulated For
- Individuals whose healthcare practitioner recommends additional dietary iron.
- People seeking nutritional support for healthy hemoglobin levels and normal oxygen transport.
- Those looking to support normal energy production, cognition, and immune function.
- Individuals seeking a highly absorbable, gentle, standalone iron formula.
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 other Iron, Mineral Supplements, and Brain Products collections.
Recommendation: Iron may be appropriate when dietary intake or individual nutritional needs call for supplemental iron. Because iron requirements vary and excessive intake can be harmful, consider discussing supplementation with a qualified healthcare practitioner who can help determine whether additional iron and appropriate monitoring are suitable for you.
Serving Size: 1 Capsule
Servings Per Container: 30
Iron (as Ferrochel® Ferrous Bisglycinate Chelate) ... 25 mg
Other Ingredients: Vegetable cellulose (vegetarian capsule), microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide.
Does Not Contain: Milk/dairy, gluten, wheat, yeast, eggs, corn, or artificial colors or flavoring.
Storage: Use contents within 45 days after opening. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Store at room temperature in a dry place. Do not use if the clear neck seal is broken or missing.
Frequently Asked Questions About Iron
What are the benefits of Iron?
BrainMD Iron provides 25 mg of iron as Ferrochel® Ferrous Bisglycinate Chelate, a highly absorbable form designed to be gentle on the digestive system. Iron supports healthy hemoglobin levels and normal oxygen transport while also contributing to normal energy production, cognition, and immune function. The chelated Ferrochel form provides a convenient way to supplement iron when additional intake is appropriate. Because individual iron requirements vary, supplementation is best considered in the context of diet, personal nutritional needs, and guidance from a qualified healthcare practitioner.
Who should take Iron?
Iron may be appropriate for individuals whose diet or nutritional needs make additional iron intake desirable, particularly when supplementation has been recommended by a healthcare practitioner. BrainMD's formula can also appeal to people looking for a standalone iron supplement rather than iron included within a multivitamin. The product is vegan and provides a highly absorbable chelated form in one daily capsule. Since not everyone needs supplemental iron and excessive intake can be harmful, it is important to determine your individual needs before adding an iron supplement to your wellness routine.
Are there any side effects of taking Iron?
Iron supplements can sometimes cause digestive discomfort, including changes in bowel habits or stomach upset. BrainMD uses Ferrochel® Ferrous Bisglycinate Chelate, a form specifically selected for its absorption and gastrointestinal tolerance, although individual responses can vary. Taking more iron than needed can be harmful, and accidental overdose of iron-containing products is especially dangerous for young children. Keep this supplement out of children's reach and follow the recommended serving or your healthcare practitioner's directions. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using this product.
How does Iron support overall health?
Iron supports overall health through its involvement in several fundamental physiological processes. It helps maintain healthy hemoglobin levels, which are important for transporting oxygen through the bloodstream to tissues throughout the body. Adequate iron nutrition also supports normal cellular energy production, cognition, gene regulation, and immune function. BrainMD supplies iron as Ferrochel® Ferrous Bisglycinate Chelate to promote effective absorption while supporting digestive tolerance. Maintaining appropriate iron intake can therefore contribute to normal daily function, but individual requirements vary, making personalized healthcare guidance valuable when deciding whether supplemental iron is appropriate.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
