Iron from the Aura Care KIDS line is a 15 ml drop bottle, based on iron diglycinate with added vitamin C. In a daily dose, which is ten drops, the manufacturer claims 5 mg of iron, corresponding to 36% of the reference intake for adults, and 20 mg of vitamin C, which is 25% of that value. Vitamin C is not an incidental addition here - the manufacturer calls it an absorption activator, as it supports the absorption of iron from food. The dose is measured in drops, diluted in water or juice, and given once a day, preferably during a meal. The number of drops increases with age, from four for a two-year-old to ten for a teenager. The flavor is built from concentrated orange juice. Do not mix drops directly with milk or calcium-rich products, as calcium hinders iron absorption. The manufacturer also warns that a natural sediment may appear in the bottle, which is not a defect of the product.<\/p>\n
The content in the daily serving, which is ten drops, according to the manufacturer's list:<\/p>\n
This formula is determined by the chemical form of iron. Iron diglycinate is an amino acid chelate, meaning it is an element bound to two molecules of glycine, not a classic inorganic salt like sulfate. The manufacturer emphasizes that this is a form commonly used in pediatric preparations and usually better tolerated by the digestive tract. The second decision is the presence of vitamin C in the same portion: 20 mg of L-ascorbic acid serves to support iron absorption, hence the name \"absorption activator\" in the manufacturer's description. The rest of the list is very short and consists of three items: filtered water, vegetable glycerin, and concentrated orange juice as a flavoring ingredient. The manufacturer warns that a natural sediment may appear in the bottle and notes that this is not a defect of the product, so before each use, the bottle should be shaken well to ensure the measured portion corresponds to the declared content. The list of active ingredients is limited to iron and vitamin C, making it easy to compare the preparation with what the child receives from other sources.<\/p>\n
Before use, shake the bottle well. Add the measured number of drops to water, juice, or another cool liquid and administer immediately after preparation, once a day, preferably during a meal. Do not mix the drops directly with milk or calcium-rich products, which hinder iron absorption.<\/p>\n
The manufacturer directs this preparation to children with strong food selectivity, on plant-based and elimination diets, as well as to teenagers during periods of rapid growth. The liquid format has two advantages: there is no need to swallow a tablet, and the dose can be adjusted to age by simply changing the number of drops. The chelated form and orange flavor address the two most common complaints regarding iron preparations for children - tolerance and aftertaste. However, it is important to know that caution is greater with iron than with other ingredients. The manufacturer lists absolute contraindications: hemochromatosis and other conditions associated with excess iron, iron poisoning, and liver failure. It also mentions relative contraindications that require consultation: chronic kidney and liver diseases and simultaneous use of other iron preparations. Iron supplementation for a child should be based on test results rather than just impressions, so discussing with a pediatrician before purchase is more justified than with most products in this line.<\/p>\n
In a full dose of ten drops, the manufacturer declares 5 mg of iron, which is 36% of the reference intake value for an adult, and 20 mg of vitamin C, which is 25% of that value. For younger children, the dose is smaller, as the number of drops increases with age - from four drops to ten.<\/p>\n
The manufacturer lists absolute contraindications: hemochromatosis and other conditions involving excess iron, iron poisoning, and liver failure. In cases of chronic kidney and liver diseases and when using other iron preparations, consultation with a doctor is required before starting supplementation. The manufacturer provides both lists directly on the product card.<\/p>\n
Calcium hinders iron absorption, which is why the manufacturer recommends not mixing the drops directly with milk or calcium-rich products. It is best to dilute the portion in water or juice and administer during a meal that is not dairy-based. It is also advisable to maintain a gap from milk and cheese during subsequent meals that day.<\/p>\n
The manufacturer warns that a natural sediment may appear in the liquid and clearly states that it does not constitute a defect of the product. Therefore, the bottle must be shaken well before each use - only then does the measured dose correspond to the declared content of ingredients. The manufacturer emphasizes that the sediment indicates the presence of natural ingredients.<\/p>\n
In the same line, Aura Care KIDS has other mineral and vitamin drops: drops with B vitamins and drops with magnesium. You can browse the full offer of the brand in the category Supplements<\/a>.<\/p>\n More context on the blog: what is missing in a plant-based diet and how to supplement it<\/a> and what is safe in children's supplementation<\/a>.<\/p>\n The product is a dietary supplement intended for children and is not a medical product. Before adding the iron preparation to a child's diet, consult a pediatrician. Do not use in cases of hemochromatosis and other conditions associated with excess iron, in cases of iron poisoning, and in liver failure. Consultation with a doctor is required for chronic kidney and liver diseases and when using other iron preparations. Store in a dry and cool place, at a temperature of 15\u00b0C-25\u00b0C, protecting from light, do not freeze, and keep out of reach of small children.<\/p>\n Do not exceed the recommended daily portion. The dietary supplement does not replace a varied diet or a healthy lifestyle for the child.<\/p>\n Do you have questions about the composition or dosage for your child? Write or call - at u Bucha we advise before purchase, not after. You can also find the entire Aura Care KIDS line in our stationary stores in Warsaw.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Iron for children in drops - 15 ml bottle, dilute the dose in water or juice.<\/p>\nRelated articles<\/h3>\n
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