Thorne Ferrasorb Review

Advanced Iron Complex is presented on this Thorne page as a capsule that supplies iron, essential B vitamins and vitamin C for comprehensive nutritional support for iron-deficiency anemia. The page states that the product provides iron in chelated form for optimal absorption, with vitamin C included to enhance iron's absorption, plus the active forms of folate and vitamins B6 and B12. Each capsule provides 36 mg of elemental iron as Ferrochel chelate. The page explains that iron is essential to the formation and function of healthy red blood cells, and that an adequate amount of iron in the diet is required for blood cells to efficiently transport oxygen throughout the body. It cites the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, noting that up to 16 percent of individuals in certain populations are deficient in iron. Listed features include reduced GI side effects such as nausea and constipation, and active forms of vitamins B12, B6 and folate with vitamin C for an enhanced approach to red blood cell health. The page lists who may benefit, including individuals looking for nutritional support for anemia, women of menstruating age, individuals who follow a vegan or vegetarian diet, older individuals who tend to have less stomach acid, individuals who have undergone gastric bypass surgery, those with intestinal conditions that affect nutrient absorption, and individuals with an autoimmune disorder. Signs of iron deficiency named on the page include fatigue or weakness, shortness of breath, pale skin, cold hands and feet, feeling lightheaded or dizzy, changes in menstrual cycles and decreased athletic performance. The page notes that iron is difficult for the body to absorb and that conventional forms such as ferrous sulfate can cause gastrointestinal side effects including nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea and dark-colored stools. Thorne states that this product contains iron reacted with glycine to enhance absorption and help decrease those typical side effects. The page also explains the reason for the B vitamins: a deficiency in them can lead to adverse issues with red blood cell formation, and signs named include fatigue or muscle weakness, decreased mood quality, sores in the mouth or on the tongue, problems with memory or cognition, and a feeling of being on pins and needles. The product is described as combining the active forms of vitamin B6 as pyridoxal 5'-phosphate, vitamin B12 as methylcobalamin and folate as L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate, along with vitamin C and a well-absorbed form of iron. Thorne describes the formula as made with the scientific rigor the brand is known for, with ingredients selected, clinically studied and tested through multiple rounds of quality control. The page states the product has been third-party tested and certified to verify that what is in the package matches the label and that it contains no unsafe levels of contaminants such as heavy metals, pesticides and microorganisms. The warnings section adds that the product is contraindicated in anyone with a history of hypersensitivity to its ingredients, that pregnant people should consult a health-care practitioner before use, and that 5-MTHF is not recommended concurrent with a med cancer therapy. It also warns that accidental iron overdose is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under six and that the product should be kept out of reach of children.