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Iron-containing dietary supplement
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Lactoferrin iron supplement (1 g) has 2 calories. That works out to 360 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.2 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 30 mg of Iron covers 167% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 0.55 g
2
KCAL / 0.55G
Carbs
0.2g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 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 67% · Protein 33% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 2 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.17 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.1 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 (small) | 0.6 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 0.4 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 0.8 g | 3 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 1.1 g | 4 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 1.7 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 16.5 g | 59 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 33 g | 119 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 360 kcal |
Calculated from 360 calories per 100 g.
A Lactoferrin iron supplement combines iron with lactoferrin, a protein naturally found in milk. It is used to add iron to the diet, while the lactoferrin is an additional ingredient rather than a replacement for iron.
Yes, a Lactoferrin iron supplement can provide iron when intake or iron stores are low. It is not suitable for every cause of anemia, so confirmed deficiency and the reason for it matter before choosing a supplement.
Take a Lactoferrin iron supplement according to its product directions. Formulas and iron amounts differ, so do not increase the serving to make up for a missed dose or combine it with another iron product without checking.
Yes, a Lactoferrin iron supplement may cause constipation in some people, as can other iron supplements. Nausea or stomach discomfort can also occur; persistent symptoms are a reason to review the product and dose with a healthcare professional.
A Lactoferrin iron supplement may be absorbed better on an empty stomach, but taking iron this way can upset some people’s stomachs. If it causes discomfort, follow the product directions about taking it with food.
It is better not to take a Lactoferrin iron supplement at the same time as coffee or tea. Compounds in these drinks can reduce iron absorption, so leave a gap between the drink and the supplement.
Yes, you can take a Lactoferrin iron supplement alongside a source of vitamin C. Vitamin C can improve absorption of non-heme iron, but adding a high-dose vitamin C supplement is not automatically necessary.
A Lactoferrin iron supplement may be used during pregnancy when iron is needed, but the right product and amount depend on your situation. Ask your prenatal clinician before starting it, especially if you already take prenatal vitamins containing iron.
There is no fixed duration for a Lactoferrin iron supplement; it depends on iron levels and why they are low. Symptoms may improve before iron stores recover, so treatment length is usually guided by follow-up blood tests.
Not always at the same time: iron can interfere with the absorption of some antibiotics, thyroid medicines, and antacids. Check the medicine instructions or ask a pharmacist how far apart to take your Lactoferrin iron supplement.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Iron
30mg · 167% DV
Phosphorus
0.11mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0.11mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.17mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.06mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 2 calories in 1 piece (small) (0.55 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 Lactoferrin iron supplement combines iron with lactoferrin and is intended as a supplement rather than a food or drink. It may come in small portions; the listed typical serving is about 0.55 g. Its flavour and texture depend on the particular product, so there is no single customary way it tastes.
People generally take it according to the directions on the package, rather than serving it as part of a meal. It contributes little to a meal’s overall volume, and its nutritional role is different from that of an iron-containing food. Check the label for serving and timing instructions, and avoid taking more than directed. If you are choosing a supplement to fit your routine, a pharmacist or other qualified professional can help you assess whether the product is suitable.
Medium
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 3
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not 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.