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Flora Iron

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Iron 9 mg
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Score66
A liquid serving that provides 9 mg of iron and is best matched to a demonstrated need. Form quality and supporting nutrients determine whether it stands out.
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Liquid
Quantity:15 Fluid Ounce(s) • (44 servings)
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Score 66

A liquid serving that provides 9 mg of iron and is best matched to a demonstrated need. Form quality and supporting nutrients determine whether it stands out.
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$31.87($0.72 per serving)
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Analysis

The 9 mg serving uses ferrous gluconate, a standard form at a modest maintenance amount. Several B vitamins support basic energy metabolism, but vitamin C and folate are absent.

The modest amount may suit light supplementation and the liquid format can make serving adjustment easier. It is unlikely to be sufficient for a substantial deficiency without individualized direction.

Even a well-chosen iron form can cause nausea, constipation, or other digestive effects. The limited serving value is useful, but need-based use matters more than low cost.

Who is it for
  • adults who prefer a lower-dose liquid iron option
  • People whose diet or laboratory results indicate low iron
  • People who prefer a liquid serving
Best for
  • Focused iron supplementation
  • Need-based iron intake
  • Users who value the specific format

Pros

  • Clearly states 9 mg of iron
  • ferrous gluconate is explicitly identified
  • liquid serving format may suit specific preferences

Cons

  • Several B vitamins support basic energy metabolism, but vitamin C and folate are absent.
  • Iron source is a standard form at a modest maintenance amount
  • High or uncompetitive cost for iron delivery

Warnings

  • Use the 9 mg iron serving only when iron status or increased need supports supplementation.
  • Iron may still cause nausea, constipation, or stomach discomfort.
  • Keep the iron supplement securely away from children because accidental overdose can be dangerous.

Nutrient quality

69 High impact

Ferrous gluconate is an established form, but it is less gentle and less predictably absorbed than a premium chelate. The iron amount is modest and better suited to maintenance than correction of a substantial shortfall.

Ingredient transparency

75 High impact

Listed active ingredients have stated amounts, and no proprietary blend hides a combined total. Complete intake directions and inactive ingredients are not supplied, while most names are understandable, but duplicated nutrient entries make the label harder to interpret.

Customer satisfaction

69 High impact

The average rating is strong, and the review count is moderate. No review text is supplied to assess recurring complaints or purpose-specific experience.

Value for money

47 Lower impact

The liquid format adds convenience, but the basic iron form and modest amount do not fully support the cost. The serving is costly for the amount of iron provided.

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Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Calories
10 Calorie(s)
Total Carbohydrates
2 Gram(s)
Thiamine (Thiamine Hydrochloride)
 1.1 mg
Riboflavin
1.1 mg
Niacin (Niacinamide)
 8 mg
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride)
 1.3 mg
Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin)
 2.4 mcg
Iron (Ferrous Gluconate)
 9 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Vegan Kosher Children 4+ Vegetarian
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Iron (Ferrous Gluconate) · 9 mg OverallScore57
C- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityB Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value

The liquid format may be easier to adjust and tolerate than a compressed tablet. Ferrous gluconate is a standard form, but the low iron amount is better suited to light supplementation than correcting a substantial shortfall. The lack of vitamin C and the high serving cost weaken its fit for iron-focused use.

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