FIGHTING AGAINST IRON DEFICIENCIES
Ironis a mineral essential for the proper functioning of the body. Essential for transporting oxygen to the muscles, it is the central atom of red blood cells. It is mainly provided by animal products but also by certain plants, its digestibility varying depending on its source of intake. In fact, animal iron is better absorbed in general than iron from plants, spirulina being an exception to the rule!
In addition, when enriched with iron, spirulina allows for absorption and use of the latter, superior to beef [1] . The enrichment of spirulina is done thanks to the culture medium which is itself enriched with iron.
SEVERAL SYMPTOMS TO RECOGNIZE IRON DEFICIENCY
The best known symptoms of iron deficiency are fatigue, paleness but we can also observe poor thermal regulation and even cognitive alterations and therefore behavior through the alteration of certain neurotransmitters.
Dietary iron intake must make up for the physiological losses observed daily. An imbalance in this balance can be due to insufficient food intake or excessive losses. These losses occur via urinary elimination, perspiration as well as hair loss and flaking. Added to this, in women, are losses linked to menstruation and in athletes, losses linked to intestinal bleeding often encountered.
Women, athletes, vegetarians and vegans are therefore populations particularly at risk of iron deficiency both because of a reduction in supply and because of an increase in losses.
Read the full testimony of Astrid, blogger of “Rhapsody in Green”
"...Algorigin offered me to test their Spirulina Iron , particularly concentrated in iron (it covers 92% of the RDA). You should know that following my anemia, I was prescribed Iron for 3 months. Except that Iron supplements are very difficult to digest and I only lasted 2 months out of 3, as it upset my digestive system so much. I chose to take Spirulina Iron for the third month... And I did well, because my tests returned to normal . And goodbye stomach aches!"
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NATURAL SOLUTIONS FOR HEALING
In case of iron deficiency or anemia, dietary measures should be implemented.Consumption of red meat ordried vegetables is particularly recommended as well as the joint consumption of vitamin C. Indeed, this vitamin promotes the absorption of iron by the body. Conversely, it is recommended to distance your consumption from all sources of tannins or polyphenols (contained in tea, coffee, etc.) which reduce its absorption.
Consumption ofiron-enriched spirulinais a valid alternative to the treatments usually offered. In addition, consuming this natural iron will help you avoid the digestive discomforts known from traditional supplements.
Finally, the energizing capacity of spirulina combined with its increased, easily absorbable iron intake allows you to regain energy, fatigue being one of the main manifestations of iron deficiency.
QUESTIONS/ANSWERS TO PAULINE, NUTRITIONIST & CONSULTING MICRONUTRITIONIST
Question:“Hello, I am slightly anemic and my doctor has advised me to eat more meat. I'm not a big fan of meat and find it difficult to eat it several times a week. Could Spirulina Iron be suitable for me? »
Answer: “Iron Spirulina is perfectly suited for you. Your doctor has advised you to eat meat because its iron is particularly well absorbed by the body (thanks to its particular form). Our spirulina, unlike vegetable iron, has an absorption rate equivalent to that of meat, therefore optimal in your case. »
Question: “Hello, Following great fatigue, I take iron supplements from the traditional pharmacopoeia prescribed by my doctor. Unfortunately I suffer from many side effects (mainly stomach aches and constipation) which makes it difficult to take. Does Spirulina Iron have the same effects on digestion? »
Answer: “Spirulina Iron is a natural supplement with no digestive side effects. By consuming this product, you also benefit from all the benefits of traditional spirulina which is a natural fatigue-reliever. Iron Spirulina is therefore particularly suitable for you. »
