Quest Synergistic Iron 25 mg is a unique, high-quality, hypoallergenic form of chelated iron that is both gentle and extremely effective. This supplement is formulated with blood-building cofactors vital for the absorption and utilization of iron. Iron is necessary to prevent iron deficiency anemia, a serious condition in which the body absorbs too little iron. Iron is essential for an energetic body, a sharp mind, and a strong immune system.

Ingredients

Each easy-to-swallow capsule of Quest Synergistic Iron 25 mg contains 25 mg of iron (HVP* chelate), 100 mg of vitamin C (ascorbic acid), 5 mg of vitamin B1 (thiamine hydrochloride), 2 mg of vitamin B2 (riboflavin), 10 mg of vitamin B3 (niacin), 10 mg of pantothenic acid (calcium pantothenate), 5 mg of vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride), 2 mg of copper (HVP* chelate), 20 mcg of vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin), 0.2 mg of folic acid, 50 mcg of biotin, and 50 mcg of molybdenum (HVP* chelate). This product contains no artificial preservatives, colours, flavours, or added sugar, starch, milk products, yeast, gluten, or salt.

*HVP = hydrolyzed vegetable (rice) protein.

Recommended Daily Allowance:
Dosage of all nutrients varies, depending on age.

Food Sources:
Iron: Liver, beef, poultry, sardines, oysters, eggs, whole grains, dried fruit, legumes, potatoes, dark green leafy vegetables, prunes.
Vitamin C: Fruits and vegetables, especially Brussels sprouts, collards, kale, parsley, tomatoes, sweet peppers, watercress, black currants, oranges, lemons, strawberries.
Vitamin B1: Organ meats, pork, legumes, whole grains, eggs, poultry, fish.
Vitamin B2: Liver, dairy products, eggs, meat, poultry, fish, legumes, spinach.
Vitamin B3: Organ meats, meat, poultry, fish, legumes, dairy products, eggs, whole grains.
Pantothenic Acid: Organ meats, milk, fish, poultry, eggs, whole grains, legumes, broccoli, sweet potatoes, avocados, cauliflower.
Vitamin B6: Nuts and seeds, legumes, wheat germ, whole grains, bananas, potatoes, salmon, herring, liver, meat, poultry, eggs.
Copper: Organ meats, shellfish, nuts and seeds, whole grains.
Vitamin B12: Liver, kidney, beef, herring, mackerel, eggs, fish, cheese.
Folic Acid: Dark green leafy vegetables, liver, brewer's yeast, legumes, asparagus, broccoli, what germ, whole grains.
Biotin: Egg yolk, liver.
Molybdenum: Depends on the molybdenum content of the soil. Meats, organ meats, whole grains, legumes, green leafy vegetables.

Causes of Deficiency:
Iron: Poor diet, diminished absorption or utilization, blood loss.
Vitamin C: Poor diet.
Vitamin B1: Poor diet, refined grains, high sugar intake, alcoholism.
Vitamin B2: Some weight-loss diets, alcoholism, oral contraceptives, antibiotics, stress.
Vitamin B3: Poor diet.
Pantothenic Acid: Deficiency has not been reported in humans because it is available in a wide variety of foods.
Vitamin B6: Poor diet, some oral contraceptives, alcoholism, tobacco and air pollutants, stress.
Copper: Malabsorption syndromes, celiac disease, cystic fibrosis.
Vitamin B12: Strict vegetarian (vegan) diet, inadequate secretion of intrinsic factor.
Folic Acid: Diet deficient in vegetables, alcoholism, some drugs.
Biotin: Rare, prolonged consumption of raw egg whites.
Molybdenum: Deficiency unknown except in individuals receiving only intravenous nutrition.

Symptoms of Deficiency:
Iron: Anemia, learning disabilities, impaired immune function, decreased energy, fatigue.
Vitamin C: Bleeding gums, easy bruising, fragile bones, poor wound healing, susceptibility to infection, hysteria, depression.
Vitamin B1: Fatigue, depression, impaired mental function, pins-and-needles sensation and numbness of legs, constipation, beri-beri.
Vitamin B2: Cracking of lips and corners of mouth, inflamed tongue, sensitivity to light, loss of visual acuity, cataracts, anemia, seborrheic dermatitis, fatigue, poor appetite.
Vitamin B3: Apprehension, irritability, depression, weakness, memory loss, pellagra (dermatitis, dementia, diarrhea).
Pantothenic Acid: No deficiencies known; however, a laboratory-induced deficiency results in fatigue, cardiovascular and gastrointestinal problems, upper respiratory infections, depression, and numbness and tingling in the extremities.
Vitamin B6: Depression, glucose intolerance, anemia, impaired nerve function, cracks in the corners of the mouth, eczema.
Copper: Anemia unresponsive to iron, osteoporosis.
Vitamin B12: Impaired nervous system function, impaired mental function, pernicious anemia.
Folic Acid: Anemia, irritability, weakness, insomnia, depression, poor growth, diarrhea, gingivitis, memory problems, loss of appetite, fatigue, shortness of breath.
Biotin: Hair loss; red scaly rash around eyes, nose, mouth, and genital area; depression; lethargy; hallucination; numbness and tingling in extremities.
Molybdenum: Inability to detoxify sulphites.

Complementary Nutrients:
Iron: Vitamin C.
Vitamin C: Bioflavonoids, vitamin E, selenium, beta carotene.
Vitamin B1: Other B vitamins, magnesium.
Vitamin B2: Other B vitamins, especially B1.
Vitamin B3: Other B vitamins, tryptophan.
Pantothenic Acid: Other B vitamins, carnitine, CoQ10.
Vitamin B6: Other B vitamins, especially B2; magnesium; zinc.
Copper: A healthy diet.
Vitamin B12: Vitamin E, folic acid, vitamin C.
Folic Acid: Vitamin B12, SAM, vitamin B6, choline.
Biotin: A healthy diet.
Molybdenum: A healthy diet.

About Quest Vitamins

Quest was started in the 1950's by a vegetarian weightlifter who was passionate in leading the industry by providing quality products with great formulations. 'Quality without Question' was then created and followed throughout the years. Today, with Purity Life, it isn't just 'Quality without Question' - it is 'Expecting Excellence'. Quest continues to provide innovative products using a 'back-to-basics' philosophy, creating a balance of body, mind and spirit.