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    ARTAH Essential Iron Complex

    Our verdict

    A sensible combination if you are replenishing after heavy periods, with folate and B12 alongside the iron. Still a supplement, not a treatment for diagnosed anaemia.

    Pros

    • +Includes B12 and folate
    • +Two-month supply

    Cons

    • -Not a substitute for prescribed iron in anaemia

    Evidence

    Iron corrects iron deficiency, which is common in women with heavy periods. It should follow a blood test rather than a guess. Vitamin C corrects a deficiency that is rare in the UK. It helps iron absorption when taken alongside iron.

    Dose

    One capsule daily, 60-day jar

    Key ingredients

    Iron, Vitamin C, B12, Folate

    Best for

    • · Confirmed low ferritin
    • · Heavy periods, after testing
    • · Taking alongside iron

    Not for

    • · Anyone who has not had ferritin checked
    • · Anyone taking gram doses expecting to prevent colds