Citation
(1999), "New iron supplement", Nutrition & Food Science, Vol. 99 No. 6. https://doi.org/10.1108/nfs.1999.01799fab.005
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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New iron supplement
New iron supplement
The company SGPC has launched a new ferrous sulphate iron supplement with a reduction in the gastro-intestinal effects usually associated with iron additives. Biofer contains ferrous sulphate complexed with vitamin C to improve stability and facilitate absorption. The complex is then microencapsulated in a phospholipid liposome. The protective liposome prevents the iron coming into contact with the gastric mucosa and reduces the gastro-intestinal effects which are often associated with iron supplements. For further information contact SGPC, Alexanders, Britwell Salome, Watlington, Oxon OX9 5LG. Tel: 01491 612646.