Iron

Form used in ThyroLove

ferrous bisglycinate chelate (6mg)

Why it’s in ThyroLove

Iron is essential for thyroid hormone production and oxygen delivery throughout the body, but many people with Hashimoto’s don’t absorb enough from food, especially if stomach acid is low, which is really common with hypothyroidism. 

The form we chose is chelated for optimal absorption and binds iron to glycine, making it much gentler on digestion and less likely to cause constipation than typical iron supplements. We also used just the right amount, enough to support your thyroid and energy levels without overloading your system. Too much iron can be inflammatory or poorly tolerated, so this form and dose strike that sweet spot for gentle, effective support.

The Science

• Ferrochel is a patented, chelated form of iron that binds to the amino acid glycine, enhancing absorption and reducing digestive side effects.
  Study: PubMed 11688078

• Iron is critical for thyroid hormone synthesis. Without enough, your thyroid may struggle to convert T4 into active T3, even if labs appear “normal.”
  

• Absorption of iron is often reduced in Hashimoto’s due to low stomach acid, gut inflammation, or autoimmune activity.
  

• Iron deficiency is common in women, especially with heavy periods, and can sometimes be missed if only ferritin is measured, since inflammation can falsely elevate that marker.

Quick note from me to you

I can’t tell you how many people I’ve worked with who finally started to feel more energetic and balanced once we got their iron to the right place. But iron supplements can be rough and the constipation, nausea, and stomach issues are no joke. That’s why I use Ferrochel in ThyroLove. It’s the most well-tolerated form I’ve seen, and I included a gentle dose to give your body what it needs without overdoing it.