Review of Advanced Ferrochel - SOURCE NATURALS Product SN1456
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Saturday, August 1, 2009
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Feeling worn down, easily fatigued, or struggling with low energy? Source Naturals Advanced Ferrochel is a physician-designed, premium iron supplement created specifically to restore healthy iron stores without the harsh digestive side effects typical of old-school iron pills.
Iron is an essential mineral required to build hemoglobin—the specialized protein inside your red blood cells that transports oxygen from your lungs to your muscles, heart, and brain. Without enough iron, your cells become starved of oxygen, resulting in iron deficiency anemia, brain fog, and chronic fatigue.
Standard iron supplements like ferrous sulfate frequently cause stomach pain, nausea, and severe constipation. Source Naturals solves this issue by using Ferrochel™ (ferrous bisglycinate chelate), an advanced form of organic iron that passes smoothly through the stomach for gentle, high-efficiency absorption.
Conventional iron preparations—such as ferrous sulfate, ferrous fumarate, or ferrous gluconate—are inorganic mineral salts. In the stomach, these salts dissolve rapidly into free iron ions. Free iron triggers oxidation, damages the delicate gastrointestinal lining, and leads to common complaints such as nausea, epigastric pain, and tough-to-manage constipation. In fact, peer-reviewed clinical studies show gastrointestinal intolerance causes up to 50% of patients to stop taking conventional iron.
How Ferrochel™ is Different: In Ferrochel™, each iron molecule is chemically bound ("chelated") to two molecules of the organic amino acid glycine. Because the molecule carries a neutral electrical charge and remains structurally intact through gastric acid, it does not release free iron radicals into the stomach. Instead, it moves intact directly to the jejunum and duodenum where it is absorbed smoothly through peptide pathways.
| Feature / Metric | Ferrochel™ Bisglycinate Chelate | Standard Ferrous Sulfate |
|---|---|---|
| Gastrointestinal Tolerance | Exceptional (Non-constipating) | Poor (Constipation, nausea in 30-50% of users) |
| Relative Bioavailability | 2x to 4x higher absorption | Baseline (Less than 15-20% absorbed) |
| Dietary Inhibition Risk | Low (Protected by dual glycine bonds) | High (Easily blocked by phytates, grains, and polyphenols) |
| Optimal Elemental Dose | 27 mg (150% DV) – efficient physiological dose | 65 mg – requires heavy excess to overcome poor absorption |
Every batch of Source Naturals Advanced Ferrochel is manufactured to strict Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) guidelines and independently tested for potency and purity.
Serving Size: 1 Tablet | Servings Per Container: 180
| Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value (%DV) |
|---|---|
| Iron (as Ferrochel™ bis-glycinate chelate) | 27 mg (150% DV) |
| Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) | 60 mg (67% DV) |
| Folate (as folic acid) (200 mcg folic acid) | 340 mcg DFE (85% DV) |
| Vitamin B-12 (as cyanocobalamin) | 25 mcg (1,042% DV) |
Suggested Use: 1 tablet daily. For use by adults only. Do not exceed the recommended dose.
Other Ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose, dibasic calcium phosphate, stearic acid, modified cellulose gum, magnesium stearate, and silica.
Allergen & Diet Suitability: Contains no yeast, dairy, egg, gluten, soy, or wheat. Contains no sugar, preservatives, or artificial colors, flavors, or fragrances. Suitable for vegetarians and vegans.
Product ID / Tracking: UPC: 021078014560 | SKU: SN1456
WARNING - ACCIDENTAL OVERDOSE: Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6. Keep this product strictly out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) immediately.
Medical Consultation: Consult your healthcare professional before using this product if you are pregnant, may become pregnant, or are breastfeeding. Never begin supplemental iron therapy without confirming low iron or ferritin status via clinical blood testing (such as a Complete Blood Count and Ferritin test), as unnecessary iron supplementation can trigger iron overload (hemochromatosis).
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
No, it is significantly less likely to cause constipation. Advanced Ferrochel uses true ferrous bisglycinate chelate, an organic form where iron is chemically shielded by two glycine molecules. Because it does not break apart and oxidize in the stomach or irritate the mucosal lining of the intestines, users report minimal to no gastrointestinal upset or constipation.
These cofactors deliver complete red blood cell support. Vitamin C maintains iron in its readily absorbable reduced state, while Folate and Vitamin B-12 are essential biological cofactors required to produce healthy red blood cells and combat fatigue from nutritional deficiencies.
For best results, take one tablet daily with a morning or midday meal. While chelated iron is gentler on an empty stomach than standard iron salts, taking it with food further protects sensitive stomachs. Be sure to avoid taking it simultaneously with high-calcium dairy, coffee, or antacids.
Yes. Source Naturals Advanced Ferrochel contains no animal-derived ingredients and is 100% suitable for both vegetarians and vegans who may struggle to obtain adequate bioavailable iron from plant-based diets alone.
Many individuals report a boost in daytime energy and less fatigue within 2 to 4 weeks. However, fully replenishing internal iron and ferritin stores typically takes 2 to 3 months of consistent daily supplementation. We recommend having your physician retest your blood ferritin after 90 days.