Iron is a vital part of the hemoglobin that carries oxygen to the tissues. It is responsible for energy production and release. So yes, you guessed it. IRON is an essential mineral. Many times, iron supplements will cause symptoms of constipation, nausea, diarrhea, and/or extremely dark stools. Plant based iron is absorbed more slowly resulting in a more normal iron balance. No, we DO NOT need to eat meat to get iron. Since Plant-based Iron is absorbed by the body in smaller amounts, it does not build up in excessive levels.  We’ve created this syrup with herbs rich in Vit C, which aides in the body’s absorption of Iron, Seamoss, which in itself is very Iron nutrient, and other plant based ingredients that increases and helps maintain healthy Iron levels.