Just as iron is critical to the strength of steel, it’s also essential for maintaining life and vitality in the human body. Approximately 70% of the iron in your system is found in hemoglobin—a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from your lungs to every part of your body. Another 6% is involved in other essential proteins, and about 25% is stored in ferritin, a protein that holds iron in reserve for when your body needs it.

Iron is also crucial for immune function, energy production, and overall cellular health. When iron levels are either too low or too high, they can lead to serious health challenges, including fatigue, weakened immunity, and poor oxygen circulation.

What Happens When Iron Is Low? – Common Symptoms

• Fatigue and low energy
• Pale skin or dark circles under the eyes
• Shortness of breath
• Dizziness or light-headedness
• Cold hands and feet
• Weakness
• Headaches
• Rapid or irregular heartbeat
• Brittle nails or hair loss
• Poor concentration or brain fog
• Cravings for non-food items (like ice or clay – known as pica)
• Increased susceptibility to infections

If you’re experiencing several of these symptoms, it may be worth checking your iron levels with a healthcare professional.

Herbal Support for Iron Levels

In addition to iron-rich foods, certain herbs and botanicals can naturally support your iron intake—especially when paired with sources of vitamin C to improve absorption. At Gaia Garden, we’ve carefully selected and combined many of these herbs into our Iron Herbal Formula—a thoughtfully crafted tea blend designed to gently nourish and support healthy blood and iron levels.

Key Ingredients

• Amla Fruit – Rich in vitamin C, which enhances iron absorption and supports healthy blood production. It’s also a powerful antioxidant.
• Raspberry Leaf – Traditionally used to support women’s health, it contains small amounts of iron and helps tone the uterus and build blood.
• Nettle Leaf – A nutrient-dense herb packed with iron, calcium, magnesium, and vitamin C, making it ideal for gently increasing iron levels and energy.
• Curry Leaf – Contains bioavailable iron and folic acid, which help support red blood cell formation and can aid in addressing iron-deficiency anaemia.
• Yellow Dock Root – Known for enhancing digestion and improving iron absorption. Often used in herbal formulas to build and purify the blood.
• Rosehip – A potent source of vitamin C, rosehips help improve the absorption of iron and offer added immune support.
• Lemon Peel – Provides natural vitamin C and bioflavonoids to help your body make the most of iron from plant-based sources.
• Moringa Leaf – Rich in iron and essential nutrients, moringa supports overall vitality and is especially helpful in cases of iron deficiency.
• Rose Petal – Gentle and heart-opening, rose petals offer trace minerals and antioxidants while promoting healthy circulation and a sense of calm.

Looking for a natural way to support your iron levels? Try our Iron Herbal Formula—a delicious and balanced tea blend created to nourish your body and support healthy blood from the inside out.