Iron: deficiency can lead to a decreased production of hemoglobin and a microcytic, hypochromic decreased red blood cell population. Iron has putative immune-enhancing, and cognition-enhancing activities. Iron in important in the synthesis of dopamine, which may account for irons possible role in improved cognitive skills.
Thiamin: has erythropoietic properties. It is through this activity that thiamin supports the production of red blood cells.
Pyridoxine: is involved in several key biological processes. Pyridoxal 5’ phosphate is the coenzyme for delta-aminolevulinate synthase, the first step in the synthesis of porphyrins. Heme is derived from protoporhyrin IX. Heme is the iron-containing prosthetic group that is an essential component of such proteins as hemoglobin, myoglobin and the cytochromes. Pyridoxine supports a healthy red blood cell count and metabolism.
Folic Acid: deficiency may result in a diminished quantity and enlarged megaloblastic red blood cells. Folic Acid supports a healthy red blood cell count and metabolism. Supplementation may help reverse these abnormalities.
Vitamin B12: deficiency, like folic acid, leads to decreased red blood cell production and enlarged megaloblastic red blood cells. Vitamin B12 supports a healthy red blood cell count and metabolism. Supplementation may help reverse these abnormalties.
Copper: deficiency is associated with pale (hypochromic), small-sized (microcytic) red blood cells. Copper is essential for proper formation of hemoglobin.
Intrinsic Factor: is produced by the parietal cells of the gastric mucosa and aides in the absorption of Vitamin B12.
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