Restoring and maintaining healthy iron levels isn’t as simple as taking high doses of iron. Many people experience stomach discomfort with such an approach. That’s why we’ve developed Beef Liver & Spleen, a functional formula with iron levels that the body can absorb and manage effectively, promoting sustainable, long-term support for healthy iron levels.
In this blog, we talk about the synergistic benefits of combining Beef Liver with Beef Spleen, and why our ancestors had it totally right back in the day.
We've been championing the virtues of beef liver for its remarkable benefits for a while now, and rightly so.
Organ meats were a dietary staple for our ancestors, considered the ultimate superfood. Our early ancestors believed that consuming the organs of healthy animals would support the corresponding organs in the human body. For example, a weak heart was treated by eating the heart of a healthy animal, while kidneys were believed to support urinary health. The liver was used to help with strength and energy.
Renowned as "nature's multivitamin," beef liver is one of the most nutrient-dense foods on the planet. Rich in essential nutrients like B vitamins, vitamin B12, vitamin A, biotin, and copper, it offers an all-in-one solution for maintaining optimal health. It supports energy levels, enhances skin, hair, and nails, and strengthens bone, hormonal, and immune health through its powerful nutrient profile.
So Why Pair Beef Liver With Beef Spleen?
Simply put, it's a nutritional powerhouse. This combination provides a 100% natural solution for boosting and maintaining healthy iron levels—essential for blood health and energising both the brain and body. Beef Spleen is rich in bioavailable heme iron, while beef liver supplies the nutrient co-factors that aid in iron absorption. Together, they form the perfect synergy.
The Big 'I' Word
Iron deficiency is one of the most common nutritional deficiencies worldwide, affecting around 1.2 billion people, particularly women of menstruating or child-bearing age.
Studies show that 1 in 14 women suffer from iron deficiency, with teenage girls aged 12-15 being especially vulnerable. In fact, nearly one-third of teenage girls fail to meet their iron requirements. (1)
The impact of iron deficiency is serious, with symptoms often mistaken for other conditions like fatigue, brain fog, headaches, and compromised immunity.
What Is Heme Iron?
Iron from food comes in two forms: heme and non-heme. Heme iron, found in animal-based foods like red meat, poultry, and seafood, is more easily absorbed by the body compared to non-heme iron, which comes from plant-based foods such as beans, lentils, and leafy greens.
Beef spleen’s heme iron ensures maximum absorption and efficiency. Plus, it’s packed with other bioavailable nutrients like vitamin B12, folate, and zinc, giving you a holistic boost.
Many women have already experienced the benefits of our Bone Broth Protein Powders, becoming loyal, long-standing customers. Our new organ supplement range offers another way to bring traditional nutrition into modern life, supporting individuals in maintaining their health and doing what they love for as long as possible.
References:
(1) University of Otago and Ministry of Health. (2011). A Focus on Nutrition: Key findings of the 2008/09 New Zealand Adult Nutrition Survey. Wellington: Ministry of Health.