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Hema-Plex Iron Chewables are NaturesPlus’s chewable iron formulation, providing 28mg of elemental iron per tablet in a natural cherry and raspberry-flavoured chewable. The chewable format suits those who prefer not to swallow capsules or tablets, and is the only option in the Hema-Plex range that doesn’t need water to take.
Each tablet provides 28mg of iron (as ferrous fumarate), 60mg of vitamin C, and notably high amounts of B12 (400µg as methylcobalamin) and folate (250µg as calcium L-5-methylfolate) — both in their active methylated forms. The full B-complex, vitamin E, zinc (as L-OptiZinc®), manganese, and 16µg of selenium round out the vitamin and mineral profile. A 5mg Proanthoplex bioflavonoid blend featuring citrus, red raspberry, bilberry and decaffeinated green tea sits alongside beet juice and L-glutamine.
The chewable is sweetened with sugar, fructose and stevia, and coloured naturally with beetroot red. It is vegan, gluten-free, and free from the fourteen UK notifiable allergens (including sulphites). Take one chewable daily — chew thoroughly before swallowing. NaturesPlus also produce a 43mg vegan capsule (higher strength, no sugar) and an 18mg liquid (lower strength, stated as appropriate during pregnancy and breastfeeding) for those who want different formats or strengths.
Nutrition Information
Serving Size: 1 chewable tablet. Servings Per Container: 60.
| Per chewable tablet |
Amount |
%RI* |
| Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopheryl acetate) |
5mg α-TE |
42% |
| Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) |
60mg |
75% |
| Thiamin (vitamin B1) (as thiamin hydrochloride) |
0.75mg |
68% |
| Riboflavin (vitamin B2) |
0.85mg |
61% |
| Niacin (as nicotinamide) |
5mg NE |
31% |
| Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCl) |
1mg |
71% |
| Folate (as calcium L-5-methylfolate) |
250µg |
125% |
| Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) |
400µg |
16,000% |
| Pantothenic acid (as calcium pantothenate) |
2.5mg |
42% |
| Iron (as ferrous fumarate) |
28mg |
200% |
| Zinc (as mono-L-methionine sulphate, L-OptiZinc®) |
3mg |
30% |
| Manganese (as bisglycinate) |
1.6mg |
80% |
| Selenium (as selenomethionine) |
16µg |
29% |
| Beet juice (Beta vulgaris root) |
15mg |
† |
| L-Glutamine (free form amino acid) |
10mg |
† |
| Proanthoplex – Proanthocyanidin / Bioflavonoid Complex |
5mg |
† |
Proanthoplex blend: Citrus (from lemon [Citrus limon] and orange [Citrus sinensis] whole fruit), Red Raspberry (Rubus idaeus fruit), Bilberry Extract (Vaccinium myrtillus fruit), Green Tea Extract (Camellia sinensis leaf) (decaffeinated).
*Reference Intake of an average adult (8400kJ/2000kcal). †Reference Intake (RI) has not been established.
Ingredients: Sugar, calcium citrate (supplying 25mg calcium), fructose, ferrous fumarate, natural flavourings, ascorbic acid, anti-caking agent (fatty acids), colour (beetroot red), anti-caking agent (magnesium salts of fatty acids), zinc mono-L-methionine sulphate, beet juice, d-alpha tocopheryl acetate, L-glutamine, manganese bisglycinate, nicotinamide, sweetener (steviol glycoside from stevia), selenomethionine, calcium pantothenate, citrus, red raspberry, thiamin hydrochloride, pyridoxine hydrochloride, riboflavin, bilberry extract, green tea extract, anti-caking agent (silicon dioxide), methylcobalamin and calcium L-5-methylfolate.
Chewable tablets with sugar and sweetener.
Free from synthetic colours and preservatives. Free from milk, eggs, cereals containing gluten, fish, crustaceans, peanuts, soyabeans, tree nuts, celery, mustard, sesame seed, lupin, molluscs, sulphur dioxide and sulphites.
WARNINGS: This product is not intended to prevent, treat, or diagnose any medical conditions. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet and healthy lifestyle. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a medical condition before use. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Keep out of reach of children. Results may vary between individuals. Don't use if the safety seal is damaged or missing. Always read the label.
Adults: take one chewable tablet daily. Chew thoroughly before swallowing.
Storage: Keep tightly closed in a cool dry place
Best Before Date: See bottom of pot
Extra Warnings: Suitable for adults only — not for children. The manufacturer notes that 28mg of iron may cause mild stomach upset in sensitive individuals. Iron supplements may interact with certain medications including some antibiotics, bisphosphonates, levothyroxine and levodopa — leave at least three hours between doses. Not suitable for people with conditions involving abnormal iron accumulation. Contains sugar and fructose; not suitable for those avoiding added sugars. Consult your practitioner if pregnant, breastfeeding, or unsure.
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