A mother who struggled with poor sleep for nearly 10 years says adding BlueIron Liquid Iron Supplement with Nordic Blueberries and Vitamin C to her morning routine has left her feeling "so much better" and more energetic. The supplement is currently discounted on Amazon to £13.60, down from £16, and more than 500 of the supplement drops have been bought on the site in the past month.
The product is a liquid iron supplement in a 250ml bottle, with a 10ml serving costing around 55p a day. It can be mixed into food or drinks, and the brand says the iron content contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue and supports normal energy-yielding metabolism.
Why iron matters
Feeling tired all the time, sometimes called TATT, has become something many people accept as part of modern life. But iron plays an important role in the body, including normal oxygen transport and the formation of red blood cells and haemoglobin, so getting enough can be important for overall wellbeing.
BlueIron range
BlueIron has also launched a High Strength Drops formula in a 50ml bottle, priced at £10.35 down from £13. It delivers 20mg of iron per daily serving, equivalent to 142% of an adult's recommended daily intake, according to the brand, and comes with an easy-to-use pipette.
The original BlueIron Liquid Iron is made with wild Nordic blueberries, giving it a naturally fruity flavour. It also contains vitamin C, which contributes to normal immune function and helps with iron absorption, while the liquid format is designed to be easy to take. The brand says it uses a micro encapsulated form of iron that is released in the intestine and is gentle on the stomach. It is suitable for vegetarians and vegans and can be used during pregnancy, though anyone considering an iron supplement should check with a healthcare professional.
What shoppers say
Shoppers have rated the supplement highly on Amazon. One reviewer wrote: "I have suffered badly from low iron on and off for nearly 10 years, since I had my children. Tablets make me feel nauseous and give me an awful tummy, so when I found out about Liquid Iron, I had to try it out. Wow!!! It’s absolutely fabulous! A wonderful taste with no metallic aftertaste! Within a couple of days I felt a difference, my sleep is much better, and my energy levels are higher. So easy to include into your morning routine! Great price. Will most definitely buy again!"
A second said: "Since purchasing BlueIron, I feel less tired. My sleep routine has been terrible and I really feel that taking BlueIron has given me back a restful night’s sleep, which means my days have been full of energy. The taste is great, meaning I am happy to keep taking it. Will keep on top of things."
Others were less enthusiastic. One said: "Blueberry flavour doesn’t fully cover the bloody taste of an iron supplement, but it does help. Very thick liquid, almost like gel. I used it in the second trimester of my pregnancy and it worked great." Another said: "Not a bad taste, not too sure of the texture being syrup-like. But it's high quality and drinkable."
Another reviewer wrote: "I love this product, BlueIron Liquid Iron Supplement is above any beyond the standard of other supplements with its delicious Nordic blueberries and vitamin C, B12, Folic Acid. I would say this is the best Iron supplement on the market."
Alternatives and advice
BlueIron is also available through Holland & Barrett, where the 250ml liquid supplement is listed at £16. Women are particularly vulnerable to iron deficiency due to factors including menstruation and pregnancy, and the brand is tapping into growing awareness around how nutritional deficiencies can contribute to tiredness.
Other options include Kiki Health Ionic Iron Liquid Concentrate (50ml) at £20 from LookFantastic, an iron supplement drink designed to be added to water. Each serving contains 5mg of iron, which is 36% of the recommended daily intake, and it contributes to normal cognitive function, energy-yielding metabolism, red blood cell and haemoglobin production and oxygen delivery. At Superdrug, Vitabiotics Feroglobin B12 Iron Supplement Liquid (200ml) is £4.99, described as a gentle source of moderate level iron, vitamins and co-factors.
However, persistent or unexplained fatigue can have many causes, so it is worth speaking to a GP rather than assuming low iron is responsible.
