 Iron supplementation has been recommended by the WHO as an approach to improve iron status in varying age and risk groups. Iron supplementation can be practical for high-risk groups such as pregnant women and has been proven effective for increasing hemoglobin levels in women. However, iron absorption from supplements is generally low and epigastric side effects reduce compliance. With the high global burden of iron deficiency and anemia, improved products which allow better absorption and reduce side effects are urgently needed. 