Treating blood disorders
By
Earl D.C. Bracamonte
Vitamins
& minerals are needed by our bodies to stay in tip-top condition. Although
needed in minute quantities on a daily basis, or in larger doses in certain
instances, these essential substances are what make our system’s inner workings
remain in perfect balance.
Take
iron for instance. As a necessary element for optimum health, iron is needed to
supplant blood loss during menstrual cycles, cure bouts of dizziness caused by anemia,
correct weariness and fatigue, helps us gain more focus & concentration,
and aids in periods of gestation, lactation, pregnancy and periods surrounding
childbirth.
“Each
chocolate-scented pill aids in preventing iron deficiency, most especially
women. Sangobion came from the words “sangre” which means blood, and “bio”
which means life.
Some
sources of iron in our daily diet include red meat, eggs, liver, oatmeal, nuts
as well as food supplements and formulations like Sangobion. It is the No. 1
iron supplement in Indonesia and a fast-rising second in the Philippines. It is
also available in Singapore, Vietnam and Malaysia. Sangovion is a German brand,
being formulated by the Deutsch pharmaceutical Merck Serono, the oldest drug
company in the world,” informed Fidji Miranda, marketing manager for Merck
Consumer Health.
Iron
is an essential component in hemoglobin, the iron-containing substance in red
blood cells that gives their characteristic color; and which, with the aid of
folic acid, is responsible for our clotting factor. It is required for normal
blood formation, as it is our transport system around the body.
As
blood is the fluid that carries all the nutrients around the body, as well as
the much-needed oxygen into our vital organs, we must, therefore, not take it
for granted. To give us a better insight on how iron does wonders to our
bodies, comedienne Giselle Sanchez unfolds a one-woman show entitled “Salaminkera”
on June 9th, 5 pm, at the Events Center, Lower Ground Floor,
Building A of SM Megamall.
Coined
after the term “salamangkera” a Filipino word for magician or wizard,
Salaminkera is like the best friend next door who you love for not mincing
words and always saying the truth.
As
the ‘woman in the mirror,’ Giselle will extol the virtues of iron – and how it
is packaged as
Ferrous
Gluconate, a carbon-based organic iron that has more health benefits when
compared to the inorganic ferrous sulfate formulations. Ferrous Gluconate has
less gastro-intestinal side effects than the latter and has a much lesser
metallic aftertaste.
The
‘mirror show’ will tackle issues very relevant to womanhood in general; and
tells women if they have the three signs of iron deficiency, in particular.
More than health
concerns, she can also talk to you about your career, family life, and love life.
After all, Salaminkera is inspired by the magic mirror of the evil queen from the
timeless tale of Snow White; and provide honest answers to any question.
“These days,
women play multiple roles. These overlapping tasks as wife, mother and career
woman can take its toll on your health; making you haggard and tired,
especially if you’re breast-feeding. Women need balance doing all these
juggling acts. Drained energy will leave women feeling empty and tired.
Luckily, iron supplement Sangobion is there to help us,” shared the
multi-talented comedienne, who also dabbles as columnist for the Manila
Bulletin and the on-line journal pep.ph.
Being organic in
origin, Sangobion, aka Ferrous Gluconate, is a better formulation as it melts
in the system as against Ferrous Sulfate that stays in your body. That’s why
those who drink the latter must stop ingesting it after some time. Sorbitol, a
component in Sangobion, hastens the absorption of supplements that are part of
your diet and is anti-constipatory as well. Ingesting a number of supplements
can take its toll on our bowel movements. That’s why it is also important not
to forget fiber sources in our daily diet.
With
the help of Sangobion, Giselle hopes to inspire and give a boost to women
everywhere through her show so that they can always remain beautiful and
successful as a mom and a wife, and still enjoy a career of their choice.
According to the
World Health Organization, 42% of women in their reproductive age are suffering
from iron deficiency. In other words,
most could now be suffering from
iron deficiency
yet remain in denial; even when all the symptoms are out in the open. What’s
more is that 80 per cent of the world’s population may be iron deficient; while
30 per cent may be suffering from iron deficiency anemia, the No. 1 nutritional
disorder across the globe. At least 500-million people worldwide are affected
by this condition. For more than three decades now, Merck has combatted this
with Sangobion, an organic iron supplement laden with vitamins and minerals. As
a pharmaceutical company, Merck has been around for more than three centuries
now; looking after the wellness and well-being of peoples around the world.
Expect
an enjoyable magic mirror ride as Salaminkera and Sangobion take everyone to an
inside look at the world of Filipino women. With insights coming from Giselle’s
personal experiences as a woman herself, expect jokes and laughter to also
contain bits of wisdom that will tickle both the funny bone and the mind.
Sangobion is
available in all major and leading drugstores nationwide. For more information,
simply visit their Web site, www. sangobion.ph.
