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NOW Supplements Iron
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 2 Researches
8
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 1 Review
7.7
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Veg Capsule
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Iron (elemental) (from 180 mg Ferrous Bisglycinate)(Ferrochelâ„¢)
36 mg
200%

Top Medical Research Studies

9
Dietary iron aids intestinal recovery
Dietary Iron Alleviates Dextran Sodium Sulfate-Induced Intestinal Injury by Regulating Regeneration of Intestinal Stem Cells in Weaned Mice.
Highly relevant colitis treatment findings
We investigated the role of dietary iron in recovery from colitis, specifically focusing on its effects in weaned mice. The study involved two groups of mice fed different diets: one with a regular amount of iron and another enriched with significantly more iron. After two weeks on their respective diets, both groups were subjected to dextran sodium sulfate (DSS) treatment to induce colitis.

Throughout the recovery phase, we observed that the iron-enriched diet proved especially beneficial for the weaned mice. By day three of recovery, those on the iron diet showed less weight loss, shorter colon lengths, and less damage to intestinal structure compared to their counterparts. Iron not only promoted the vitality of intestinal stem cells but also helped maintain the integrity of the intestinal lining.

Furthermore, analyses of organoids revealed that the iron diet stimulated the expression of certain genes involved in differentiation and metabolism, which suggests a deeper mechanism at play. Overall, this study indicates that dietary iron may significantly enhance the repair of intestinal injuries and support the regeneration of healthy tissue following inflammation.
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7
Iron's role in colitis treatment
Phase-dependent iron depletion differentially regulates the niche of intestinal stem cells in experimental colitis via ERK/STAT3 signaling pathway.
Directly investigates iron and colitis
We aimed to investigate how iron depletion influences the development and recovery phases of experimental colitis, a condition closely tied to inflammation in the intestine. By using a compound called deferoxamine to deplete iron at various stages of colitis induced by dextran sulfate sodium, we were able to observe the effects on colon health and the behavior of intestinal stem cells.

Our findings revealed that the timing of iron depletion is crucial. When applied at different phases of colitis, it significantly affected the health outcomes. For instance, we noted changes in the intestinal barrier, stem cell function, and overall inflammation levels, indicating that iron plays a complex role in both the worsening and healing processes of colitis.

This study points to iron metabolism as a potential therapeutic target for treating inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in clinical settings, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach to iron management during treatment.
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Most Useful Reviews

0
Damaging colitis effects
If you have active colitis, I advise you to avoid this product completely. It absolutely destroyed my gut.
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Medical Researches

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 2 Researches
8
  • All Researches
9
Dietary iron aids intestinal recovery
Dietary Iron Alleviates Dextran Sodium Sulfate-Induced Intestinal Injury by Regulating Regeneration of Intestinal Stem Cells in Weaned Mice.
Highly relevant colitis treatment findings
We investigated the role of dietary iron in recovery from colitis, specifically focusing on its effects in weaned mice. The study involved two groups of mice fed different diets: one with a regular amount of iron and another enriched with significantly more iron. After two weeks on their respective diets, both groups were subjected to dextran sodium sulfate (DSS) treatment to induce colitis.

Throughout the recovery phase, we observed that the iron-enriched diet proved especially beneficial for the weaned mice. By day three of recovery, those on the iron diet showed less weight loss, shorter colon lengths, and less damage to intestinal structure compared to their counterparts. Iron not only promoted the vitality of intestinal stem cells but also helped maintain the integrity of the intestinal lining.

Furthermore, analyses of organoids revealed that the iron diet stimulated the expression of certain genes involved in differentiation and metabolism, which suggests a deeper mechanism at play. Overall, this study indicates that dietary iron may significantly enhance the repair of intestinal injuries and support the regeneration of healthy tissue following inflammation.
Read More
7
Iron's role in colitis treatment
Phase-dependent iron depletion differentially regulates the niche of intestinal stem cells in experimental colitis via ERK/STAT3 signaling pathway.
Directly investigates iron and colitis
We aimed to investigate how iron depletion influences the development and recovery phases of experimental colitis, a condition closely tied to inflammation in the intestine. By using a compound called deferoxamine to deplete iron at various stages of colitis induced by dextran sulfate sodium, we were able to observe the effects on colon health and the behavior of intestinal stem cells.

Our findings revealed that the timing of iron depletion is crucial. When applied at different phases of colitis, it significantly affected the health outcomes. For instance, we noted changes in the intestinal barrier, stem cell function, and overall inflammation levels, indicating that iron plays a complex role in both the worsening and healing processes of colitis.

This study points to iron metabolism as a potential therapeutic target for treating inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in clinical settings, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach to iron management during treatment.
Read More

User Reviews

USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 1 Review
7.7
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0
Damaging colitis effects
If you have active colitis, I advise you to avoid this product completely. It absolutely destroyed my gut.
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