Essential Mineral Ferrochel Iron Bisglycinate Gentle & Non-Constipating Non-GMO A Dietary Supplement Vegetarian - Vegan Minerals Family Owned since 1968 GMP Quality AssuredIron is an essential mineral that plays central roles in energy production, immune system function, and neurological health. Iron is an essential component of hemoglobin, a molecule that transports oxygen to the cells of the body and myoglobin, which binds oxygen used in muscle tissues. NOW use Ferrochel Iron Bisglycinate, which has clinically demonstrated superior absorption and is well tolerated because it is gentle and non-constipating.NOW Double Strength Iron has twice the Iron (36 mg per capsule) as in our regular strength product (18 mg per capsule).