Vitals - Iron Bisglycinate - 100 capsules (25mg)

What is iron bisglycinate?

This product contains iron in the form of iron bisglycinate. In this case, each iron particle is vigorously bound (chelated) to two (bis) molecules of the amino acid glycine. The general term for such a compound is amino acid chelate or amino acid chelated mineral. The word 'chelate' comes from the Greek and means 'claw'.

This form of compound was chosen because it is mild on the stomach (most iron compounds are not) and because its bioavailability is particularly good. In addition, the formula is supplemented with vitamin C in the form of ascorbic acid to further promote iron absorption. The iron bisglycinate in this product has the brand name Ferrochel® and comes from Albion Minerals, the specialist in the field of amino acid-bound minerals.

Albion Minerals

Vitals only uses real amino acid chelates from Albion Minerals, recognized by the trademark TRAACS®, which stands for The Real Amino Acid Chelate System. This brand was created to be able to differentiate well from other, possibly inferior, unstable amino acid chelates. Albion has registered more than 100 patents worldwide that guarantee the process, science and structure of their amino acid chelated minerals. In addition, research is done with their minerals and quality research is done on every batch that is produced. It is essential to check that chelating has actually taken place and that the bonds are strong enough.

Benefits of amino acid chelated minerals

The chelate structure in an amino acid chelate is strong enough not to be split under the influence of gastric juice or digestive enzymes (as usually happens with other mineral compounds), but also weak enough so that the mineral element can be released once it has been absorbed by the cells in the intestine. The amino acids wrap around the mineral element and protect it during the digestive process and do not let go. The electrical charge of the chelate is also neutral, so that it does not get attached to bits of food in the stomach and intestines.

The amino acid chelate thus reaches the small intestine in its entirety, where it is taken up as a dipeptide (compound with two amino acids). This is very beneficial because the body can absorb amino acids (especially dipeptides) very easily. Especially these consist of the amino acid with the smallest size, namely glycine. This makes amino acid chelated minerals many times more absorbable than other mineral forms. In the epithelial tissue of the jejunum (middle part of the small intestine), the amino acid-chelated mineral is transported within the mucous cells by means of active transport without competing with other minerals. Only in the mucous cells do metabolic processes ensure that the glycine and the mineral are split and become available for the various organs and systems in the body. In the epithelial tissue of the jejunum (middle part of the small intestine), the amino acid-chelated mineral is transported within the mucous cells by means of active transport without competing with other minerals.

Only in the mucous cells do metabolic processes ensure that the glycine and the mineral are split and become available for the various organs and systems in the body. In the epithelial tissue of the jejunum (middle part of the small intestine), the amino acid-chelated mineral is transported within the mucous cells by means of active transport without competing with other minerals. Only in the mucous cells do metabolic processes ensure that the glycine and the mineral are split and become available for the various organs and systems in the body.

Effect of iron in the body

Iron is an essential trace element that, among other things, contributes to the production of hemoglobin in the red blood cells. With this it plays a role in oxygen transport in the body. And through this involvement in oxygen transport, it contributes to normal cognitive functions. In addition, iron occurs in so-called cytochromes. These are certain enzymes with iron as a co-factor, which are involved in electron transport in the mitochondria, and are essential for the production of cellular energy in the form of ATP. In this way, iron is important for energy metabolism and supporting energy levels. It can therefore help in the reduction of fatigue. In addition, the role of iron in oxygen transport and energy metabolism also means that it is necessary for the formation of new cells and tissues. It also has a positive effect on the immune system, possibly by being involved in the production and regulation of certain immune cells and substances.

• contributes to the normal formation of hemoglobin and red blood cells
• Plays a role in oxygen transport in the body
• Supports normal cognitive function
• Is important for energy metabolism
• Can help reduce fatigue
• Helps the immune system
• Has a beneficial effect on the cell division process