Which iron supplements? How to choose the best one for you

The iron you’re looking for – just without the gut discomfort. Our vegan Gentle Iron tablets use iron bisglycinate, a highly bioavailable (easy to absorb) form that’s gentle on the stomach. The 20mg dose provides your full daily iron intake, needed for transporting oxygen around the body and contributing to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.^1,7 They also contain 100mg vitamin C, which increases iron absorption for a perfectly-suited pair.

Want an iron supplement to suit the whole family? Floradix’s liquid formula means it’s easy to measure out based on your individual needs. As well as organic iron from ferrous gluconate, it contains vitamin C for increased iron absorption and vitamins B2, B6 and B12 to contribute to normal energy-yielding metabolism and help reduce tiredness and fatigue.^8-15 This liquid formulation provides fast absorption and is suitable for all ages over three years and for use during pregnancy. Shake the bottle well before use and use the cap to measure out your required dosage (shown on pack), then take on an empty stomach approximately 30 minutes before a meal.

Want to take your iron on the go? These single-serve sachets of iron-rich water couldn’t be easier to pop in your bag, the car or your office drawer. Each sachet provides 5mg iron sulphate which contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue and contributes to the normal formation of red blood cells.^2,7 Ideally, mix into orange juice and take in the morning on an empty stomach, at least 30-45 minutes before eating or between meals – or you can drink from the sachet instead. We’ve chosen the original flavour but you can also try apple for a fruity iron drink.

Streamline your supplement routine with a daily multivitamin and iron supplement all in one. As well as 14mg iron, there’s vitamins B6 and B12 for immune support, vitamin D for normal bone and muscle function and vitamin C to help increase iron absorption.^{14, 16-19} With 240 tablets per bottle, you’ll get approximately eight months’ worth of daily iron and vitamins – that's value for money and peace of mind.

Find pills difficult or want something easy to take? BetterYou’s oral spray solves both these issues. Each pomegranate-flavoured spray provides 5mg gentle iron without the need for tablets. Oral sprays deliver nutrients directly into the bloodstream, bypassing the digestive system. Adults should take four sprays daily, either at once or spread across the day. Spray into the mouth, ideally inside the cheek and hold for a few seconds before swallowing. What could be easier?

Struggle with large tablets? Vitawell’s Gentle Iron tablets are smaller than many standard iron tablets for easy swallowing – yet they still provide your daily dose. Each tablet offers 14mg iron as well as vitamin C, vitamin B12 to help reduce tiredness and fatigue, plus folic acid which contributes to normal blood formation and normal psychological function.^13,20,21