{"product_id":"iron-matrix","title":"Iron Matrix","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"468\" data-start=\"410\"\u003eBioavailable Iron + Lactoferrin + Targeted Co-Factors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"507\" data-start=\"469\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"507\" data-start=\"469\"\u003eAdvanced dual-pathway iron support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"546\" data-start=\"509\"\u003e30 capsules | Once daily | TGA-listed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"586\" data-start=\"553\"\u003eNot all iron is created equal.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"630\" data-start=\"588\"\u003eMost iron supplements focus on milligrams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"666\" data-start=\"632\"\u003eIron Matrix focuses on absorption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"850\" data-start=\"668\"\u003eBecause taking more iron doesn’t help if your body can’t use it properly — and traditional forms like ferrous sulfate are notorious for nausea, constipation and digestive discomfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"918\" data-start=\"852\"\u003eIron Matrix was formulated to work with your body, not against it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"953\" data-start=\"925\"\u003e🧬 The Iron Matrix System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"999\" data-start=\"955\"\u003eIron Matrix combines three essential layers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1028\" data-start=\"1001\"\u003e1️⃣ Bioavailable Iron\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1084\" data-start=\"1029\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1084\" data-start=\"1029\"\u003eFerrochel® Iron Bisglycinate – 24 mg elemental iron\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1115\" data-start=\"1086\"\u003eA chelated form designed for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1247\" data-start=\"1117\"\u003e✔ Superior absorption\u003cbr data-end=\"1141\" data-start=\"1138\"\u003e✔ Minimal gastrointestinal irritation\u003cbr data-end=\"1181\" data-start=\"1178\"\u003e✔ Reduced constipation risk\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1328\" data-start=\"1249\"\u003eThis form bypasses the harsh absorption pathway used by traditional iron salts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1383\" data-start=\"1335\"\u003e2️⃣ Lactoferrin: The Absorption Regulator\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1413\" data-start=\"1384\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1413\" data-start=\"1384\"\u003e200 mg bovine lactoferrin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1471\" data-start=\"1415\"\u003eLactoferrin is a natural iron-binding glycoprotein found in milk that:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1602\" data-start=\"1473\"\u003e• Supports iron uptake efficiency\u003cbr data-end=\"1509\" data-start=\"1506\"\u003e• Helps regulate iron transport\u003cbr data-end=\"1543\" data-start=\"1540\"\u003e• Assists digestive tolerance\u003cbr data-end=\"1575\" data-start=\"1572\"\u003e• Supports immune balance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLactoferrin helps:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ereduce GI irritation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eimprove iron uptake\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003esupport immune balance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003emodulate inflammation affecting iron absorption\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMost brands use 20–100 mg — if they use it at all.\u003cbr\u003eDualFe™ delivers a full \u003cstrong\u003e200 mg\u003c\/strong\u003e, echoing the dose used in pregnancy studies for supporting haemoglobin, ferritin and iron absorption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s one of the most expensive nutrients in the world — but we chose the dose that actually matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1746\" data-start=\"1604\"\u003eOur lactoferrin is sourced from \u003cstrong data-end=\"1665\" data-start=\"1636\"\u003eNew Zealand dairy streams\u003c\/strong\u003e, where cows are predominantly pasture-raised and grass-fed for most of the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1787\" data-start=\"1748\"\u003eNew Zealand is globally recognised for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1927\" data-start=\"1789\"\u003e• Grass-based outdoor farming systems\u003cbr data-end=\"1829\" data-start=\"1826\"\u003e• Strong animal welfare standards\u003cbr data-end=\"1865\" data-start=\"1862\"\u003e• Clean agricultural practices\u003cbr data-end=\"1898\" data-start=\"1895\"\u003e• Strict export regulations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1969\" data-start=\"1929\"\u003eIngredient quality begins at the source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2024\" data-start=\"1976\"\u003e3️⃣ Targeted Co-Factors for Iron Utilisation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2059\" data-start=\"2026\"\u003eIron doesn’t work in isolation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2124\" data-start=\"2061\"\u003eIron Matrix includes carefully selected nutrients that support:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2240\" data-start=\"2126\"\u003e• Iron absorption\u003cbr data-end=\"2146\" data-start=\"2143\"\u003e• Iron transport\u003cbr data-end=\"2165\" data-start=\"2162\"\u003e• Red blood cell formation\u003cbr data-end=\"2194\" data-start=\"2191\"\u003e• Methylation pathways\u003cbr data-end=\"2219\" data-start=\"2216\"\u003e• Oxidative balance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2266\" data-start=\"2242\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2266\" data-start=\"2242\"\u003eIncluded co-factors:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2517\" data-start=\"2268\"\u003e• Vitamin C + Wholefood Acerola Cherry\u003cbr data-end=\"2332\" data-start=\"2329\"\u003e• Copper bisglycinate\u003cbr data-end=\"2356\" data-start=\"2353\"\u003e• Quatrefolic® methylfolate\u003cbr data-end=\"2386\" data-start=\"2383\"\u003e• Methylcobalamin (B12)\u003cbr data-end=\"2412\" data-start=\"2409\"\u003e• Riboflavin-5’-phosphate (B2)\u003cbr data-end=\"2445\" data-start=\"2442\"\u003e• Pyridoxal-5’-phosphate (B6)\u003cbr data-end=\"2477\" data-start=\"2474\"\u003e• Beta-carotene from Dunaliella salina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2591\" data-start=\"2519\"\u003eEvery inclusion has a functional role.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2617\" data-start=\"2598\"\u003e🧠 Why “Matrix”?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2672\" data-start=\"2619\"\u003eBecause effective iron support requires coordination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2695\" data-start=\"2674\"\u003eIron Matrix supports:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2793\" data-start=\"2697\"\u003e✔ Absorption\u003cbr data-end=\"2712\" data-start=\"2709\"\u003e✔ Transport\u003cbr data-end=\"2726\" data-start=\"2723\"\u003e✔ Utilisation\u003cbr data-end=\"2742\" data-start=\"2739\"\u003e✔ Red blood cell production\u003cbr data-end=\"2772\" data-start=\"2769\"\u003e✔ Immune resilience\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2841\" data-start=\"2795\"\u003eIt’s not a single ingredient.\u003cbr data-end=\"2827\" data-start=\"2824\"\u003eIt’s a system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2875\" data-start=\"2848\"\u003e💜 Who It’s Designed For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2909\" data-start=\"2877\"\u003eIron Matrix may be suitable for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3107\" data-start=\"2911\"\u003e• Women with low ferritin\u003cbr data-end=\"2939\" data-start=\"2936\"\u003e• Iron deficiency\u003cbr data-end=\"2959\" data-start=\"2956\"\u003e• Pregnancy (2nd + 3rd trimester)\u003cbr data-end=\"2995\" data-start=\"2992\"\u003e• Postpartum recovery\u003cbr data-end=\"3019\" data-start=\"3016\"\u003e• Heavy menstrual cycles\u003cbr data-end=\"3046\" data-start=\"3043\"\u003e• Fatigue\u003cbr data-end=\"3058\" data-start=\"3055\"\u003e• Women who struggle with standard iron tablets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3165\" data-start=\"3109\"\u003eDesigned to complement a prenatal — not compete with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIron Matrix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical Iron Supplement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIron form\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFerrochel® bisglycinate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSulfate \/ fumarate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbsorption support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 mg lactoferrin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCo-factors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eActive, targeted forms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimal or synthetic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDigestive comfort\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesigned for tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon GI upset\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourcing transparency\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNZ grass-based lactoferrin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOften undisclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🔬 Synergistic Nutrient Support\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe didn’t stop at iron + lactoferrin. Iron Matrix is rounded out with a carefully selected team of cofactors:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin C)\u003c\/strong\u003e – optimises iron absorption without harsh acidity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCopper (1 mg)\u003c\/strong\u003e – essential for healthy iron metabolism and balance with zinc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuatrefolic® (250 mcg methylfolate)\u003c\/strong\u003e – active folate for red blood cell production\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMecobalamin (100 mcg B12)\u003c\/strong\u003e – works hand in hand with folate for energy and DNA synthesis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDunaliella salina (β-carotene, ~500 mcg RE)\u003c\/strong\u003e – a safe, natural vitamin A precursor supporting iron metabolism\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRiboflavin-5’-phosphate (10 mg B2)\u003c\/strong\u003e – crucial cofactor in haemoglobin and folate\/B12 synergy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy It’s Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDual Pathways\u003c\/strong\u003e → Iron bisglycinate + lactoferrin work together for absorption that’s effective yet gentle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWholefood + Clinical\u003c\/strong\u003e → Ascorbic Acid pairs with Acerola Cherry for dual-source vitamin C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePregnancy \u0026amp; Postpartum Friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e → Safe doses of folate, B12, copper and vitamin A (as beta-carotene).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Sourcing\u003c\/strong\u003e → Grass-fed lactoferrin, patented Ferrochel®, wholefood Acerola, and trademarked nutrient forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for Tolerability\u003c\/strong\u003e → Formulated to reduce the risk of nausea, constipation, and GI upset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why does Iron Matrix contain 24 mg of iron when some products have 24 mg or more?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e It’s not about chasing milligrams — it’s about how well your body can absorb and use the iron. DualFe™ combines 24 mg of Albion® Ferrochel® iron with 200 mg of lactoferrin, giving you \u003cstrong\u003etwo absorption pathways\u003c\/strong\u003e instead of one. Research shows this approach can raise ferritin levels just as effectively as much higher doses of traditional iron salts — but without the side effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: I’m already taking a prenatal vitamin, is it safe to take Iron Matrix as well?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Iron Matrix was designed to \u003cstrong\u003ecomplement a prenatal\u003c\/strong\u003e, not clash with it. We’ve kept folate and B12 in gentle, supportive amounts, so you won’t be overdoing it. Think of Iron Matrix as a targeted boost to help restore and maintain healthy iron and ferritin levels alongside your daily prenatal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why is lactoferrin included? I’ve never heard of it before.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lactoferrin is a natural milk protein found in colostrum - the first milk produced after birth. It’s been studied for its ability to \u003cstrong\u003eregulate iron absorption, support ferritin levels, and keep iron gentle on the stomach\u003c\/strong\u003e. We include it because it makes your iron work smarter, not harder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is Iron Matrix suitable if I’m dairy-free?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"78\" data-start=\"72\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our lactoferrin is a purified protein isolated from grass-fed cow’s milk. While it contains only very small amounts of lactose and galactose, it is milk-derived and therefore not suitable for those with a true dairy allergy. However, most people with lactose intolerance or mild dairy sensitivities tolerate it well. It’s not vegan-friendly, but it is one of the most effective and well-tolerated ways to support iron absorption.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will the copper make me feel sick?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e We’ve included just \u003cstrong\u003e1 mg of copper bisglycinate\u003c\/strong\u003e enough to support iron metabolism and balance zinc, but at a level that avoids the nausea sometimes linked to higher copper doses. Taking Iron Matrix with food further improves tolerance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why is Iron Matrix more expensive than some other iron supplements?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Most iron supplements use cheap salts like ferrous sulfate, which can cause constipation and nausea, and are poorly absorbed. Iron Matrix is different, we use \u003cstrong\u003eFerrochel® iron bisglycinate, Acerola Cherry, Quatrefolic® folate, and grass-fed lactoferrin\u003c\/strong\u003e, all premium, research-backed ingredients. They’re more costly to source, but they deliver a product that’s \u003cstrong\u003egentle, effective, and truly supportive for pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003epeal\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e✅ Final Formula (DualFe™)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredient\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForm \/ Supplier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDose (per daily serve)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurpose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIron\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFerrochel® (iron bisglycinate, Albion)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e24 mg elemental\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGentle, highly bioavailable iron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLactoferrin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrass-fed bovine Fonterra)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e250 mg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnhances iron absorption, supports immune \u0026amp; gut health\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAscorbic Acid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e150 mg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupports absorption, gentle\/buffered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcerola Cherry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50 mg\u003c\/strong\u003e (~5–8 mg C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural antioxidant \u0026amp; polyphenols\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCopper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCopper bisglycinate (Albion®)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 mg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupports iron transport \u0026amp; balance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethylfolate (B9)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuatrefolic®\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e300 mcg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRBC support, methylation, pregnancy-safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin B12\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMecobalamin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100 mcg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComplements folate, prevents deficiency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDunaliella salina (natural β-carotene)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~500 mcg RE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAntioxidant \u0026amp; iron metabolism support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin B2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRiboflavin-5’-phosphate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5 mg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupports haemoglobin synthesis, folate\/B12 synergy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e📚 Backed by Research\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClinical studies show \u003cstrong\u003elactoferrin is as effective or more effective than traditional iron supplements\u003c\/strong\u003e in raising hemoglobin\/ferritin, especially in pregnant women, with fewer digestive side effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIron bisglycinate is one of the most studied and \u003cstrong\u003ebest tolerated iron forms\u003c\/strong\u003e for deficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e💜 Who It’s For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWomen with diagnosed or suspected iron deficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThose experiencing fatigue, heavy periods, or low ferritin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePregnancy \u0026amp; postpartum (safe alongside a prenatal).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAthletes or high-demand lifestyles needing extra iron support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🔎 Mechanisms of Iron Absorption\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Iron Bisglycinate (Ferrochel®)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChelated iron = iron bound to 2 glycine molecules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsorbed \u003cstrong\u003eintact as a dipeptide\u003c\/strong\u003e through \u003cstrong\u003ePEPT1 transporters\u003c\/strong\u003e in the small intestine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBypasses the usual DMT1 (divalent metal transporter-1)\u003c\/strong\u003e, which other inorganic iron salts (sulfate, fumarate) rely on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is why it’s \u003cstrong\u003emore bioavailable and gentler on the gut\u003c\/strong\u003e — less free iron floating around to irritate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Lactoferrin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eiron-binding glycoprotein\u003c\/strong\u003e naturally present in human and bovine milk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFunctions differently:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBinds iron tightly\u003c\/strong\u003e → reduces free radical damage \u0026amp; gut irritation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShuttles iron via lactoferrin receptors\u003c\/strong\u003e in the intestinal epithelium → a separate absorption pathway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModulates hepcidin\u003c\/strong\u003e (the hormone that blocks iron absorption when levels are high) → improving iron uptake efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-inflammatory \/ prebiotic\u003c\/strong\u003e effects → better gut environment for absorption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003earo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery ingredient has a purpose.\u003cbr\u003eNo fillers, no shortcuts, no guesswork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e🧪 \u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes DualFe™ different?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Gentle, bioavailable Iron Bisglycinate (Ferrochel®)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot all iron is created equal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIron bisglycinate is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehighly absorbable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egentle on digestion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enon-constipating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enon-metallic in taste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epregnancy-preferred\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s the gold standard for women who can’t tolerate traditional iron.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Acerola + Dunaliella for natural vitamin C + carotenoids\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of synthetic ascorbic acid, we use \u003cstrong\u003ewater-extracted acerola\u003c\/strong\u003e to support absorption in a gentler, food-based way — plus \u003cstrong\u003eDunaliella salina\u003c\/strong\u003e, a natural beta-carotene source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese support:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eantioxidant protection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ehealthy cell development\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eiron utilisation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Methylated B’s for energy + red blood cell formation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethylcobalamin (B12)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuatrefolic® Methylfolate (5-MTHF)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese support:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eenergy production\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ehealthy red blood cells\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eiron utilisation pathways\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003emethylation support during pregnancy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Clean, gentle, pregnancy-friendly capsules\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe use \u003cstrong\u003eVcaps® Plus Purple\u003c\/strong\u003e (natural purple carrot) capsules — vegan, TGA-compliant, and chosen for their light-protective and odour-masking properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo gelatin\u003cbr\u003eNo titanium dioxide\u003cbr\u003eNo artificial colours\u003cbr\u003eNo unnecessary fillers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e💬 \u003cstrong\u003eWho is DualFe™ for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou're a perfect match if you:\u003cbr\u003e✔ struggle with nausea or constipation from other irons\u003cbr\u003e✔ have low ferritin or fatigue\u003cbr\u003e✔ need gentle iron support in pregnancy\u003cbr\u003e✔ want a premium formula that actually feels good to take\u003cbr\u003e✔ want to avoid the need for IV iron (where possible)\u003cbr\u003e✔ want iron support that’s backed by evidence, not hype\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e📈 \u003cstrong\u003eWhy 200 mg Lactoferrin?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause that’s the dose used in research.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDualFe™ includes the same daily amount used in clinical trials studying lactoferrin’s effects on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ehaemoglobin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eferritin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003einflammation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eiron absorption\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003epregnancy-induced anaemia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany brands under-dose it because lactoferrin is expensive.\u003cbr\u003eWe didn’t.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou deserve a formula that actually works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e🏆 \u003cstrong\u003eThe DualFe™ Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDualFe™\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMost Iron Supplements\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIron form\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFerrochel® Bisglycinate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSulfate \/ Oxide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSide effects\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLactoferrin dose\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e200 mg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0–100 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVitamin C source\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcerola (natural)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSynthetic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB vitamins\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMethylated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCheap\/prenatal blends\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCapsule\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePurple carrot HPMC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGelatin \/ clear HPMC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePregnancy-friendly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e✔ Yes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e✖ Often no\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e📦 \u003cstrong\u003eHow to take it\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake \u003cstrong\u003e1 capsule daily\u003c\/strong\u003e, with or without food.\u003cbr\u003e(If you’re sensitive, take with a small snack.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSafe to use alongside:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Prenatal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMyo-Inositol\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePure Mag\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollagen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOvulation + TTC supplements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e❓ \u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this constipate me?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighly unlikely — iron bisglycinate is known for its gentle profile, and lactoferrin further reduces digestive irritation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I take it with my Prenatal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — DualFe™ is designed to pair perfectly with Maternally Happy’s Prenatal for full-spectrum support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the lactoferrin dairy-free?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s derived from milk protein (bovine) but contains \u003cstrong\u003eno lactose\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it safe in pregnancy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — DualFe™ uses pregnancy-preferred iron forms and doses similar to those used in clinical antenatal studies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is this more expensive than other iron supplements?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it uses premium, clinically aligned ingredients like \u003cstrong\u003eFerrochel®\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e200 mg lactoferrin\u003c\/strong\u003e, made in a \u003cstrong\u003eTGA-licensed facility\u003c\/strong\u003e with full batch testing.\u003cbr\u003eMost cheaper irons rely on oxide or sulfate — and you can feel the difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e📚 \u003cstrong\u003eStudies \u0026amp; Evidence Behind DualFe™ (Iron + Lactoferrin 200 mg)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Summarised in simple, supportive language — no claims outside TGA guidance)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDualFe™ is formulated using the same lactoferrin dose that has been used in several clinical studies exploring iron levels, haemoglobin, ferritin, and tolerability — especially in pregnancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow are key peer-reviewed studies using \u003cstrong\u003e~200 mg\/day\u003c\/strong\u003e of bovine lactoferrin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Lactoferrin vs Ferrous Sulfate in Pregnancy Anemia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNappi et al., 2009 — Randomised Double-Blind Trial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWomen received either:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100 mg lactoferrin twice daily\u003c\/strong\u003e (≈ \u003cstrong\u003e200 mg\/day\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003cbr\u003eor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional ferrous sulfate (520 mg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFindings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth groups improved haemoglobin and ferritin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLactoferrin group had significantly fewer side effects\u003c\/strong\u003e (constipation, nausea, abdominal pain)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBetter overall tolerability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is one of the most commonly cited clinical protocols → 100 mg twice daily.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Lactoferrin Once Daily in Pregnancy (200 mg\/day)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBayoumy et al., 2021 — Randomised Clinical Trial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis study gave pregnant women with iron-deficiency anemia \u003cstrong\u003e200 mg lactoferrin once daily\u003c\/strong\u003e vs standard ferrous sulfate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFindings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLactoferrin group showed \u003cstrong\u003ebetter compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFewer digestive side effects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreater improvement in haemoglobin\u003c\/strong\u003e after 4 weeks compared to ferrous sulfate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigher patient satisfaction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is important because it shows 200 mg in \u003cstrong\u003eone daily dose\u003c\/strong\u003e is effective and well-tolerated.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Lactoferrin for Anemia of Inflammation (Including Pregnancy)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaesano et al., 2010 — Controlled Clinical Study\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eParticipants (pregnant and non-pregnant) took \u003cstrong\u003e100 mg lactoferrin twice daily\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFindings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImprovements in haemoglobin and ferritin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReduction in inflammatory markers such as \u003cstrong\u003eIL-6\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ehepcidin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuggests lactoferrin supports iron utilisation pathways, not just intake\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis offers a mechanistic explanation for why lactoferrin can work even when ferritin is “normal” but iron is still low.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Lactoferrin as an Alternative to Iron Salts – Meta-Analysis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChristofi et al., 2024 — Meta-Analysis (19 Trials)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDoses in included trials ranged \u003cstrong\u003e100–250 mg\/day\u003c\/strong\u003e, most commonly around \u003cstrong\u003e200 mg\/day\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFindings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLactoferrin was \u003cstrong\u003eas effective or more effective\u003c\/strong\u003e than traditional iron tablets for improving haemoglobin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarkedly \u003cstrong\u003efewer GI side effects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore consistent adherence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis meta-analysis supports your chosen dose range across multiple populations.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Anti-Inflammatory \u0026amp; Iron-Regulation Effects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLepanto et al., 2018 — Lactoferrin \u0026amp; Iron Homeostasis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eParticipants took \u003cstrong\u003e~200 mg\/day\u003c\/strong\u003e in split doses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFindings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLactoferrin influenced \u003cstrong\u003ehepcidin\u003c\/strong\u003e, the hormone controlling iron absorption\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReduction in IL-6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImproved iron export and utilisation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is especially useful during pregnancy, when inflammation can impair iron absorption even if you’re taking iron.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maternally Happy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42376097267771,"sku":"9362412000001","price":69.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7928\/2491\/files\/Iron_Matrix-Front.jpg?v=1775025935","url":"https:\/\/www.maternallyhappy.com\/products\/iron-matrix","provider":"Maternally Happy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}