FIGHTING IRON DEFICIENCIES
Iron is a mineral essential to 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. Indeed, animal iron is generally better absorbed than iron from plants, spirulina being an exception to the rule!
In addition, when enriched with iron, spirulina allows for absorption and utilization of the latter, superior to beef [1] . The enrichment of spirulina is achieved thanks to the culture medium which is itself enriched with iron.
SEVERAL SYMPTOMS TO RECOGNIZE AN IRON DEFICIENCY
The most well-known symptoms of iron deficiency are fatigue and pallor , but poor thermal regulation and even cognitive and therefore behavioral alterations can also be observed due to the alteration of certain neurotransmitters .
Dietary iron intake must compensate for the physiological losses observed daily. An imbalance in this balance can be due to insufficient dietary intake or excessive losses. These losses occur through urinary elimination, perspiration, as well as hair loss and flaking. In addition, in women, there are losses linked to menstruation and, in athletes, losses linked to the intestinal bleeding that is often encountered.
Women, athletes , vegetarians and vegans are therefore populations particularly at risk of iron deficiencies both because of a reduction in intake and because of an increase in losses.
Read the full story from 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 had a prescription for 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 Fe for the third month... And I did well, because my tests returned to normal . And goodbye stomach aches!"
NATURAL SOLUTIONS FOR HEALING
In case of iron deficiency or anemia, dietary measures should be implemented. The consumption of red meat or dried vegetables is particularly recommended as well as the concomitant consumption of vitamin C. Indeed, this vitamin promotes the absorption of iron by the body. Conversely, it is recommended to distance its consumption from all sources of tannins or polyphenols (contained in tea, coffee, etc.) which reduce its absorption.
Consuming iron-enriched spirulina is a valuable alternative to conventional treatments. Additionally, consuming this natural iron will help you avoid the digestive discomfort associated with traditional supplements.
Finally, the energizing capacity of spirulina combined with its increased, easily absorbable iron intake helps to regain energy, fatigue being one of the main manifestations of iron deficiency.
QUESTIONS/ANSWERS TO PAULINE, NUTRITIONIST & MICRONUTRITIONIST CONSULTANT
Question: "Hello, I am slightly anemic and my doctor has advised me to eat more meat. I am 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: "Spirulina Iron 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 plant-based iron, has an absorption rate equivalent to that of meat, which is therefore optimal in your case."
Question: "Hello, Due to extreme fatigue, I am taking iron supplements from the traditional pharmacopoeia prescribed by my doctor. Unfortunately, I suffer from numerous side effects (mainly stomach aches and constipation), which makes taking them difficult. Does Spirulina Iron have the same effects on digestion?"
Answer : "Spirulina Iron is a natural supplement that does not have any digestive side effects. By consuming this product, you also benefit from all the benefits of traditional spirulina, which is a natural fatigue reducer. Spirulina Iron is therefore particularly suitable for you."
