- What foods can I eat to increase my Iron and Folate intake?
- How much Iron is usually found in other Multivitamin supplements?
- What is the recommended intake for iron?
- Why do women has less iron stores than men?
- Can I consume too much iron?
- How do folate and vitamin B12 deficiencies cause anemic conditions?
- If I decide to order Adve-na, are Progressive Health's products sent discreetly?
- How soon can I expect to see results?
- Are there any side effects when taking Adve-na?
- What name will show up on my credit card?
- What is the average delivery time?
- Do you ship orders outside the USA?
- Do you ship orders to FPO/APO Addresses?
- International Shipping Charges & Policies
- What is your return address?
What foods can I eat to increase my Iron and Folate intake?
Red meat, poultry, and fish not only contain abundant amounts of heme iron (the form most easily absorbed and utilized by the body), animal meats and animal by-products are equally rich in vitamin B12. Dried beans, prunes, raisins, figs, dark leafy greens, cocoa, and fortified cereals contain high amounts of non-heme iron. In addition, many nutritionist recommend consuming these (iron) sources with Vitamin C, as this water-soluble vitamin may enhance one's overall absorption of iron. [top]
How much Iron is usually found in other Multivitamin supplements?
The amount of iron contained in multivitamins usually depends upon the manufacturer preference and preparation used. Multivitamins can be rich in iron, up to 20mg, or can be 'iron free.' If you are concerned about the amount of iron you are currently receiving from your multivitamin, or are considering purchasing a particular product, the amount is expressed in milligrams on the side of the bottle. All ingredients will usually be listed in a table under the heading of "Supplement Facts." [top]
What is the recommended intake for iron?
In the U.S., the recommended daily intakes for iron are listed in several different age groups. Pregnant and Lactating women also require additional intakes of iron. A good rule of thumb for all adults, ages 19 and over, is to obtain 10-18 milligrams (mg) of iron daily. If you are pregnant, 27-30mg of iron should be obtained daily. [top]
Why do women have less iron stores than men?
Women have more obligatory iron loss then do men. Obligatory losses are incurred by the exfoliation of cells from the skin, intestine, urine, sweat, and in women, menstrual fluids. Iron is also used for processes relating to growth and development. The main cause for a greater depletion of iron in women is monthly bleeding (menstruation). Many women require the additional supplementation of iron to fulfill the body's demands during this period. As well, pregnancy and the latter stages of lactation also require additional amounts of iron to be present in the body. [top]
Yes. The iron-loading of tissues is referred to as hemachromatosis. This condition may result from and inherited disorder, complication of repetitive blood transfusion for anemia treatment, or when administering doses larger than 45mg per day. Slightly elevated doses of iron are known to cause constipation and gastrointestinal upset, with extremely high dosages resulting in vomitting, diarrhea, and cardiovascular and metabolic toxicities. Although toxicity with iron supplements can occur, overload is extremely rare when using nutritional supplements. [top]
How do folate and vitamin B12 deficiencies cause anemic conditions?
In conjunction with an iron-rich portion called heme, hemoglobin molecules are made up of globin proteins. Both vitamin B12 and folate are required to make the protein portions of hemoglobin. If the body remains deficient in either nutrient, the production of globin ceases and leads to anemia. Folate deficiencies are more common in this type of anemia than are B12 deficiencies.1ug of vitamin B12 and 200-250ug of folate daily will ensure that such a vitamin deficiency does not occur. [top]
If I decide to order Adve-na, are Progressive Health's products sent discreetly?
Yes; Progressive Health respects your privacy. All orders will be shipped in a plain, unmarked envelope with a return address from Progressive Health Nutraceuticals Inc. (For more information about our shipping and billing policies, see Shipping and Billing below) [top]
How soon can I expect to see results?
The results derived from Adve-na are dependant on both the individual and severity of condition. While a large number of customers yield results in only a few short weeks, deficiency anemia takes approximately six to eight weeks to fully recover from. Therefore, we advise that you use Adve-na continuously, for a minimum of 45 - 60 days. [top]
Are there any side effects when taking Adve-na?
As with all nutritional supplements, there is potential for reaction. Progressive Health ensures that all potential conflicts and side effects are listed on the product information pages. However, we strongly recommend consulting with your physician if you suffer from any pre-existing conditions (other than anemia), known allergies, or if you are currently taking any medications. Based on customer feedback, order history, and regular product overview, there has yet to be a report of any serious side effects resulting from the implementation of Progressive Health products into existing treatment programs. [top]
