{"product_id":"platinum-naturals-prenatal-easyiron-extra-gentle-60-vegetable-capsules","title":"Platinum Naturals Prenatal EasyIron Extra Gentle 9mg, Non-Constipating Iron Bisglycinate with Folate and B12 for Pregnancy and Nursing, 60 Vegetable Capsules","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePrenatal EasyIron Extra Gentle Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe problem with prenatal iron is rarely the iron. It is that most women stop taking it. Ferrous sulphate and the other cheap iron salts are notorious for constipation, nausea and cramping at exactly the point in pregnancy when the digestive system is least forgiving, and the supplement that sits unopened in the cupboard delivers nothing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrenatal EasyIron Extra Gentle uses iron bisglycinate — Albion's Ferrochel — at 9 mg. Bisglycinate is iron bound to two glycine molecules, which means it is absorbed as an amino acid chelate rather than as a free mineral ion. Free iron in the gut is what irritates the bowel wall and causes the constipation iron is infamous for; chelated iron largely bypasses that route, and Platinum cites absorption 4.5 times better than most other forms. The lower elemental dose is the point, not a compromise — better-absorbed iron at 9 mg can do the work that 35 mg of a poorly absorbed salt attempts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rest of the formula is built around what iron needs to be useful in pregnancy: 400 mcg of folic acid, 500 mcg of methylcobalamin B12, 50 mg of vitamin C to aid absorption, 12.5 mg of B6, plus zinc and copper. Iron and copper compete for the same transport pathways, so including copper matters when iron is taken daily for months. The capsules use Platinum's Superior Nutrient Absorption delivery — actives suspended in cold pressed olive oil rather than compressed dry. The formula is recognised by the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Prenatal EasyIron Extra Gentle Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is for pregnant and nursing women who need iron and want a form they will actually keep taking — particularly anyone who has already tried a conventional iron and given up on it. Iron deficiency is the most common mineral deficiency in North America and affects roughly one in five women of childbearing age, and blood plasma volume rises by around 50% during pregnancy, which is why requirements climb so sharply. Mothers with low iron often experience fatigue, decreased stamina and reduced resistance to infection, so this is about how the months ahead actually feel, not only a number on a lab report.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 9 mg dose is a maintenance and prevention level. If you have been diagnosed with iron deficiency anaemia, your practitioner may want a considerably higher dose, and this is not a substitute for that. It is also not a complete prenatal multivitamin — there is no calcium, no vitamin D, no omega-3 here, so it sits alongside a prenatal rather than replacing one. Always speak to your practitioner before starting an iron supplement in pregnancy, and keep it well away from children: iron overdose is a genuine danger to a small child.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePrenatal EasyIron Extra Gentle Features and Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e9mg Ferrochel Iron Bisglycinate\u003c\/strong\u003e — Albion's chelated iron, absorbed as an amino acid complex rather than a free mineral ion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-Constipating by Design\u003c\/strong\u003e — Chelation largely avoids the free iron in the gut that causes the constipation conventional iron is known for.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e400mcg Folic Acid\u003c\/strong\u003e — The prenatal folate level, supporting healthy fetal development alongside the iron.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e500mcg Methylcobalamin B12\u003c\/strong\u003e — The active methylated form, at five times the B12 in the standard EasyIron formula.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin C for Absorption\u003c\/strong\u003e — 50 mg included in the capsule, since vitamin C markedly improves non-heme iron uptake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZinc and Copper Included\u003c\/strong\u003e — Copper competes with iron for absorption pathways, which matters over months of daily iron use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports Energy, Stamina and Immunity\u003c\/strong\u003e — Low iron in mothers is associated with fatigue, decreased stamina and reduced resistance to infection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecognised by the SOGC\u003c\/strong\u003e — The EasyIron formula is recognised by the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada. Vegetarian friendly, dairy free and soy free.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-section\" id=\"faq-platinum-naturals-prenatal-easyiron-extra-gentle-60-vegetable-capsules\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ What is Prenatal EasyIron Extra Gentle?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eA gentle, non-constipating iron supplement for pregnant and nursing women, providing 9 mg of Ferrochel iron bisglycinate with folate, B12, vitamin C, B6, zinc and copper in a vegetarian capsule.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ How much do I take?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eOne capsule daily, or as directed by your health care practitioner. Take with food, a few hours before or after other medications. A 60-capsule bottle lasts two months.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Is 9mg enough iron for pregnancy?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003e9 mg of well-absorbed bisglycinate is a prevention and maintenance level. If you have diagnosed iron deficiency anaemia your practitioner may prescribe more, so discuss your own requirement with them.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Is this a complete prenatal multivitamin?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eNo. It is an iron formula with folate and B12, designed to sit alongside a prenatal multivitamin rather than replace one.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits of Ingredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Why bisglycinate instead of ferrous sulphate?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eIron bisglycinate is bound to two glycine molecules and absorbed as an amino acid chelate. Free iron from conventional salts irritates the bowel wall, which is the source of the constipation and nausea. Platinum cites 4.5 times better absorption.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Why is vitamin C in an iron supplement?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eVitamin C substantially improves absorption of non-heme iron. Including it in the capsule means the two arrive together rather than depending on what you ate.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Why include copper?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eIron and copper share absorption and transport pathways, and sustained iron supplementation can depress copper status. Including 450 mcg keeps the two in balance.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage and Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ How do I take it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eOne capsule daily with food, a few hours before or after any other medication. Consistency matters more than timing with iron.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Are there any cautions?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eKeep out of reach of children — there is enough iron in this package to seriously harm a child. Consult your health care practitioner before starting any iron supplement during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ How should I store it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eStore in a cool, dry place with the lid tightly closed. Keep out of reach of children.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Platinum Naturals","offers":[{"title":"60 Vegetable Capsules","offer_id":47583759171755,"sku":"658275","price":33.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/4126\/8139\/files\/658275.png?v=1786206930","url":"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/fr\/products\/platinum-naturals-prenatal-easyiron-extra-gentle-60-vegetable-capsules","provider":"Vitamart.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}