Iron is an essential mineral with a number of important functions in the body for example it is an key part of haemoglobin the red pigment in our blood that allows it to carry oxygen around the body Good food sources include liver red meat beans amp brown riceA popular supplement for women during their monthly-cycleWomen in particular may benefit from supplementing with Iron because of the risk of Iron deficiency through red blood cells lost during menstruationnbspIron is one of the most common nutrients at risk of deficiency amongst all ages and both sexes Women of childbearing age are especially at risk and in the UK official data shows that 89 of young women have a daily intake which is less than the Nutrient Reference Value NRV of 148mg daily This is believed to be due to a growing move towards vegetarian diets and less consumption of red meatEasily absorbed and utilised citrate formJust Vitamins Iron is provided as citrate one of the easiest forms for the body to absorb It combines well with Vitamin C which helps with absorption and Calcium which helps it to function properly Citrate is a preferred form over sulphate which can often cause constipation problems - this tablet is designed to be friendly on your stomach and digestive systemEasy to swallow taste-free tabletJust Vitamins Iron Citrate tablet provides a full 14mg of Elemental Iron - 100 NRV - and has a plant-based cellulosenbspcoating which makes it almost taste-free and easy to swallow