{"schema_version":"2026-06-12","source":"https://hervitals.co.uk/api/","license":"https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/","disclaimer":"Information only, not medical advice, and not a substitute for a registered clinician. Supplements are regulated as food, not medicines, and cannot legally claim to treat, prevent or cure any condition. Only EFSA-authorised wording such as \"contributes to normal ...\" is permitted. Always read product labels and speak to your GP or pharmacist before starting a supplement, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking other medication. Her Vitals earns affiliate commission on some products it links to.","supplement":{"slug":"iron-for-women","name":"Iron","efsa_roles":["iron contributes to normal formation of red blood cells and haemoglobin","iron contributes to normal oxygen transport in the body","iron contributes to a reduction of tiredness and fatigue","iron contributes to normal function of the immune system"],"buying_points":["Do not self-diagnose. Tiredness has many causes, and the NHS advises confirming low iron with a blood test before taking an iron supplement, as too much iron can be harmful.","Check the elemental iron per serving on the label and the form; gentler forms such as iron bisglycinate are often chosen for being kinder on the stomach.","Vitamin C can support iron absorption, while tea, coffee and calcium taken at the same time can reduce it; some products pair iron with vitamin C.","If you are pregnant, the NHS advises addressing iron with your midwife rather than self-prescribing. Always speak to your GP or pharmacist before starting iron."],"brands":[{"brand":"BetterYou","product":"Iron Oral Spray","retailer":"BetterYou","form":"Oral spray","suits":"Preferring a spray to a tablet","note":"UK oral-spray format; check the iron amount per spray."},{"brand":"Wild Nutrition","product":"Food-Grown Iron","retailer":"Wild Nutrition","form":"Capsule (food-grown)","suits":"Preferring a food-grown format","note":"Food-grown delivery; women-focused UK brand."},{"brand":"Spatone","product":"Liquid Iron","retailer":"Spatone","form":"Liquid sachet","suits":"Wanting a gentle liquid form","note":"Iron-rich water in single sachets; often chosen for being gentle, check the iron content."},{"brand":"Bulk","product":"Iron Bisglycinate","retailer":"Bulk","form":"Capsule (bisglycinate)","suits":"Wanting a gentler tablet form","note":"Bisglycinate form from a UK supplier; confirm low iron with a test first."}],"url":"https://hervitals.co.uk/iron-for-women/"}}