Iron + Vitamin C (120 capsules)

Vetains iron with vitamin C is a new product in the field of vegan dietary supplements. The capsules combine high-quality iron and vitamin C with a sustainable, vegan lifestyle and make taking dietary supplements a statement.

Our iron bisglycinate plus vitamin C is a high-dose iron supplement with 45 mg iron per capsule that is well tolerated and highly bioavailable. And anyone who has ever taken iron supplements (especially if the iron was in high doses) knows how quickly you can react to the tablets with stomach pain and more. We didn't want that - and invested a lot of energy, time and expertise to develop the best iron supplement for us: Vetains Iron with Vitamin C.

If you are currently looking for a supplement and are wondering which iron tablets are the best, our customers would immediately say: Vetains iron with vitamin C capsules - at least that's what we hope! ;)

Our product at a glance:

• Pure: gluten-free, GMO-free, no unnecessary fillers or additives
• Vegan: without gelatin, lactose and free from animal suffering - iron can also be used differently
• 45 mg iron and 250 mg vitamin C per capsule
• High bioavailability: Combination of plant-based iron with vitamin C so that your body can absorb the iron better
• Well tolerated: Iron bisglycinate is a well-tolerated form of iron
• Laboratory tested: Our capsules are tested in an independent laboratory
• Made in Germany: The “Iron with Vitamin C” capsules are made in Germany

Curious? If you have decided to buy iron tablets, you can get started straight away. Feel free to browse through ours other supplements And complete your nutritional routine.

Iron and vitamin C are naturally present in your diet.

Sources of iron (vegetable and animal):

• Beef, veal, liver (especially beef liver)
• Legumes such as lentils, chickpeas, white beans
• Poultry (chicken, turkey)
• Tofu, tempeh and soy products
• Fish like tuna, sardines, salmon
• Pumpkin, sunflower and sesame seeds
• Quinoa, millet, oatmeal, whole grains
• Spinach, kale, broccoli, beetroot
• dried apricots, dates, plums
• Pistachios, cashews, almonds
• Eggs

Vitamin C sources:

• Citrus fruits such as oranges, grapefruits, lemons
• Acerola, sea buckthorn, black currants
• Red peppers, broccoli, kale, Brussels sprouts
• Kiwi, strawberries, mango, pineapple
• Parsley, spinach, tomatoes, cauliflower

Why should you take a vitamin C and iron supplement at all?, if you can get the nutrients every day through your diet? There are various reasons for this. On the one hand, our diet is all individual to us, and some people simply do not manage to eat enough foods containing vitamin C every day. In addition, plant iron is less usable than animal iron because it is in a different form. So if you follow a vegetarian or vegan diet, it is more difficult to meet your iron needs. In addition, some people have a true iron deficiency or are at risk of developing one (kind regards to them Women!). There are many situations in which iron capsules with vitamin C in the form of dietary supplements can be useful.

Since some people only know iron from the hardware store and equate vitamin C with lemons, we will explain the two nutrients to you. Vitamin C and iron are two important micronutrients that perform numerous tasks in our body. They are contained in many foods and are therefore part of one balanced diet. The DGE (the nutrition queen in Germany) has developed reference values ​​for both substances that show how much you should consume daily. This shows how essential iron and vitamin C are for your body.

The effect of iron: Carries iron
...to normal cognitive function,
...to a normal energy metabolism,
...for the normal formation of red blood cells and hemoglobin,
...to the normal function of the immune system
...and helps reduce tiredness and fatigue.

Who else is missing from the iron and vitamin C duo? That's right, vitamin C! The effect of vitamin C: Vitamin C carries
...to normal function of the immune system,
...to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin and teeth,
...to the normal functioning of the nervous system,
...to normal psychological function
...and helps protect cells from oxidative stress.
In addition, vitamin C also increases iron absorption.

Maybe hemoglobin and oxidative stress mean little to you - but everyone understands less fatigue and a normal immune system. The two nutrients are responsible for many aspects of your daily life. Doesn't our iron with vitamin C suddenly sound even better than before?

Why should you take iron and vitamin C together? Will this become some kind of magical potion like the ones people used to make in the garden using herbs and mud? Well, something like that. Let's leave the magic alone, we'd rather leave out the mud. ;)

Iron with vitamin C is often combined because vitamin C improves iron absorption in the body. It converts the iron into a different form (from trivalent iron to divalent iron) that is better absorbed by the body. This means iron can be utilized better. This is particularly important when it comes to plant-based iron. This is because it is harder for the body to utilize (i.e. bioavailable) than animal iron.

Tip from the Vetain editorial team: If you eat a plant-based diet, you can combine plant sources of iron with foods containing vitamin C to improve iron absorption. Spinach & a glass of orange juice, hummus with a squeeze of lemon juice or kale with some crunchy peppers - these are the combinations you need.

When it comes to supplements, it looks like this:
So you can either take an iron supplement with a glass of orange juice or a tangerine, take two individual supplements (iron and vitamin C) - or you can make it easy for yourself and use a combination preparation: iron with vitamin C in a capsule or tablet. This way you can be sure that you are always getting the most out of your iron supplement - even if there is no OJ in the house. Vetain's iron bisglycinate with vitamin C takes care of that for you.

What is the best way to take iron with vitamin C? And when? And with what? Questions about questions – we have the answers:

Iron tablets – when to take them? It's best to take your iron with vitamin C in the morning before breakfast. We recommend taking iron on an empty stomach, about 30 to 60 minutes before your first meal. However, if you react to this with stomach problems, you can simply take the supplement with breakfast. Important! Unfavorable combinations: Coffee, black tea, milk or calcium and Zinc-Dietary supplements can inhibit the absorption of iron with vitamin C. Therefore, if possible, keep a gap of at least two hours.

Iron tablets – how to take them? Taking iron tablets is super easy. Simply take one capsule daily with a large glass of water. This way you contribute to your hydration at the same time – win win! Please always remember: The recommended consumption amount must not be exceeded.

Iron before or after eating? Both are possible! You can take your iron with Vitamin C from Vetain either 30-60 minutes before or about two hours after a meal. This means your stomach isn't as full and ready for a portion of iron.

You already notice: taking iron is not as complicated as it sometimes seems. If you have any questions about how to take iron with vitamin C, you can of course contact our customer support at any time.

When you're at the beginning of your iron with vitamin C capsule journey, you quickly come across a problem: There are what feels like a thousand different forms of iron - and every dietary supplement uses a different one.

But which one is the best? We take a look:

1. Iron sulfate → High iron content (approx. 20% elemental iron).
   → Advantages: Cost-effective, effective, good studies on effectiveness.
   → Disadvantages: Frequent side effects, often poorly tolerated.
2. Ferric gluconate → Lower iron content (approx. 12%).
   → Advantages: Better tolerability than sulfate, less stomach discomfort, good bioavailability.
   → Disadvantages: Lower iron content, slightly more expensive.
3. Ferrous fumarate → Approx. 33% elemental iron.
   → Advantages: High iron content, good absorption.
   → Disadvantages: Can irritate the stomach, tolerance varies from person to person.
4. Ferric bisglycinate → Very stable structure, protects the iron from oxidation and interactions in the intestine.
   → Advantages: Excellent bioavailability, very well tolerated, hardly any stomach problems, hardly any interactions with other minerals.
   → Disadvantages: More expensive to produce.

It was clear to us: For our iron capsules with vitamin C, we use iron bisglycinate! This is how we achieve high bioavailability, great quality and excellent tolerability - exactly what is important to us at Vetain. We're happy to accept the higher price for this - are you too?