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Iron supplement in a gentler form, typically designed for better stomach tolerance.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (whole) of Gentle iron supplement (0 g) has 1 calories. That works out to 400 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.3 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 6 mg of Iron covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (whole) · 0.3 g
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KCAL / 0.3G
Carbs
0.3g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 1 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (whole) | 0.3 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 0.3 g | 1 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 0.6 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 0.6 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 0.9 g | 4 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 400 kcal |
Calculated from 400 calories per 100 g.
A gentle iron supplement is formulated to be easier on the stomach than some standard iron products. “Gentle” does not identify a specific iron form or dose, so check the product’s ingredient list and directions rather than assuming all gentle formulas are the same.
Yes, a gentle iron supplement is often absorbed better on an empty stomach. If it causes nausea or stomach discomfort, taking it with food may help; follow the product directions and take it consistently rather than doubling a dose.
It is better not to take a gentle iron supplement with coffee or tea because compounds in these drinks can reduce iron absorption. Leave about two hours between the supplement and coffee or tea when practical.
Yes, a gentle iron supplement can still cause constipation, nausea, or stomach discomfort, even when designed for better tolerance. Drinking enough fluids and eating fibre-rich foods may help; seek medical advice for severe or persistent symptoms.
You can take a gentle iron supplement with a vitamin C-containing drink or food, since vitamin C can help iron absorption. Extra high-dose vitamin C is not automatically necessary; follow the supplement’s directions.
It is best to separate a gentle iron supplement from calcium supplements and dairy, which can interfere with iron absorption. Leaving about two hours between them is a useful rule; some medicines also need to be spaced from iron.
Yes, a gentle iron supplement can make stools dark green or black, a common effect of taking iron. If the stool looks tarry or you feel unwell, do not assume the change is from iron—get medical advice.
A gentle iron supplement does not correct iron deficiency overnight; improvement depends on the cause and the person’s starting iron levels. Symptoms may improve before iron stores are replenished, so follow-up testing—not how you feel alone—guides treatment.
A gentle iron supplement may be used during pregnancy when it is appropriate for your iron needs, but the right product and amount are individual. Ask your prenatal care professional before starting it or changing your prescribed supplement.
If you miss a dose of a gentle iron supplement, take it when you remember unless it is nearly time for the next one; then skip it and resume your usual schedule. Do not take two doses together, and keep iron products away from children.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Iron
6mg · 33% DV
Calcium
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0mg · 0% DV
Zinc
0mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 1 calories in 1 piece (whole) (0.3 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A gentle iron supplement is a dietary supplement intended to provide iron, usually in tablet or capsule form rather than as a food. “Gentle” describes a form designed with stomach tolerance in mind; the specific iron compound and amount depend on the product label.
It can be fitted into a daily routine with or without a meal, following the package directions rather than assuming a dose from the nutrition table. That table’s energy and carbohydrate figures do not tell you how much iron the product provides. It is a supplement, not a replacement for iron-containing foods. If you take other medicines or are unsure whether it is suitable for you, ask a pharmacist or healthcare professional.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.