Minerals
Iron Gummy 2024 Launch FAQ
Why isn't the iron gummy under the Blood Builder line? Our iron gummy is specially formulated with 4mg iron per gummy to make it easy to adjust dose to everyone's unique needs and support energy for kids, teens and adults. The Blood Builder line...
Can I take Blood Builder with my multi?
Blood Builder would be suitable for most women in the menstruating years to take alongside their multivitamin. It is important to have iron levels checked by a healthcare practitioner to determine if you require iron supplementation, however.
Stool Colors, pigments, iron
Q: Do your vitamins contain pigmented ingredients or ingredients that when 1) mixed with acid or bile or 2) metabolized by intestinal flora can cause a change of stool color? A: No pigments are added to FoodState Nutrients other than our recently...
Relax + Calm Magnesium Powders/Chews FAQs 2021
How are the powders and chews sweetened? How much sugar do they contain per serving? The Magnesium Powders are sweetened with monk fruit extract and contain 3 grams of carbohydrates per serving. The chews are sweetened with organic rice syrup and...
Blood Builder Iron Heme or Non-Heme?
Q: In our Blood Builder is the Foodstate Iron heme or non-heme? A: The Foodstate Iron in our Blood Builder plant-based and is non-heme. To support increased bioavailability, we've added vitamin C to the Blood Builder formulation.
Liquid Iron Formula Update - January 2025
Q: "I noticed the Liquid Iron formula tastes slightly different than before. Why is that?" A: As part of our ongoing commitment to delivering the most effective, high-quality supplements, we occasionally review and refine our formulas, including...
Blood Builder + Children/Teens
Q: Can children/teens take Blood Builder? A: This product was formulated for adults, and use in children or teenagers should be guided by their healthcare practitioner. That being said, for people age 14 and older with adequate iron stores, iron...
Blood Builder + Baby & Me 2 Prenatal/Pregnancy
Q: Is Blood Builder safe to take if I'm pregnant/with my prenatal multi? Blood Builder is often a complement to a prenatal multivitamin, as pregnant women are at an increased risk of low iron. It is important to have your iron levels monitored by...
Blood Builder - potassium + phosphorus content
Does Blood Builder contain trace amounts of potassium or phosphorus as a result of the food present in the formula? Blood Builder contains ingredients such as Beets, Yeast, Broccoli, Oranges and Rice, which includes naturally occurring nutrients...
Why don't you have a potassium supplement?
Potassium supplementation is not recommended unless under the guidance of a qualified healthcare practitioner. It is important to get adequate potassium through dietary intake, and speak with your doctor if you feel like you are not getting enough.
Blood Builder Liquid Iron - FAQ
Blood Builder Tablets versus Blood Builder Liquid Iron Tablets Clinically studied and shown to increase iron levels be non-constipating not be associated with side effects Single-tablet serving size delivers 26mg of elemental iron Contains...
Why isn't there methyl b12 in the liquid iron?
At this time, with our limited experience with liquid formats, we were not able to maintain the stability of the methyl B12. To ensure label claim, we would have had to included dramatic overages of this nutrient, which is not something we were...
How much of the elemental mineral is present?
The supplement facts provides the elemental amount of each mineral that is present (in declarable amounts) per labeled serving size. The FDA considers declarable amounts to be 2% or more of the Daily Values.
How long until Blood Builder starts working?
Blood Builder was clinically shown to raise iron levels over an 8-week period. The best way to measure effectiveness is to work closely with your doctor to monitor your iron levels. For more information please visit Bloodbuilder.com.
Can I chew Blood Builder?
Q: Can you chew the Blood Builder? A: No. Blood Builder has the potential to stain teeth, so we do not recommend crushing or chewing it for that reason.
Caffeine + Iron
Caffeinated drinks have been linked to decreased iron absorption when taken together. If you are at risk of low iron, avoiding coffee or tea at mealtimes or while taking your iron-containing supplements can be helpful, as well as waiting an hour...
What age is Blood Builder suitable for?
Blood Builder was formulated for adults ages 18 and up, especially women who may require additional iron intake. Consumers should consult a healthcare practitioner regarding specific health conditions and recommended solutions. See BloodBuilder.com
Blood Builder - folic acid & b12
Blood Builder contains folic acid. If you specifically desire a methylated form of folate such as, L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate (L-5-MTHF), it can be found in products such as our Advanced multis and Balanced B Complex. If you are trying to...
Blood Builder Study Details
Iron Status There were statistically significant improvements in every measure of iron status: Serum Ferritin increased from 13.9 to 21.1 ug/L* Hemoglobin increased from 12.8 to 13.2 g/dL* Soluble Transferrin Receptor decreased from 1.31 to 1.23...
Blood Builder White/Red blood count
Q: Can Blood Builder raise the white cell blood count, red cell blood count or both? A: Blood Builder is of use for supporting healthy iron levels. In healthy individuals it is unlikely that Blood Builder will significantly increase either red or...
Is it safe to take 2 of your blood builder each day?
The recommended dose of Blood Builder is one tablet daily. In a clinical trial, one tablet of Blood Builder, containing 26mg of elemental iron, was shown it increase all markers of iron status in eight weeks with zero reported side effects. You...
Why no Copper in the Zinc product?
Q: Consumer would like to know why there isn't any copper in our Zinc product? A: The decision not to include copper in our zinc formulation was based on the fact that accumulation of Copper in body tissues can create health problems, and copper...
Blood Builder & Urine Odor?
Q: Is there any reason that the Blood Builder would cause an odor in urine? A: There is no specific reason of which we are aware that might attribute urine odor. Blood Builder includes small amounts of broccoli, which may possibly affect urine odor.
Blood Builder Carbohydrate Content?
Q: How much carbohydrate is in each tablet of the Blood Builder? A: There is approximately 0.1g of carbs in Blood Builder.
Blood Builder and Ferritin Levels?
Q: Does blood builder help with ferritin levels? A: In many cases of low ferritin levels, a person's doctor or health care provider may prescribe an iron supplement. In such cases, Blood Builder would be an excellent option - it delivers 26 mg of...