Health & nutrition

Iron, Zinc &
Magnesium

Burgen Bread
Health & nutrition

Iron, Zinc &
Magnesium

Why minerals matter.

Quality ingredients are at our core. Literally. Our loaves contain minerals like iron, zinc and magnesium, which all support a range of functions in your body.

IRON

Supports normal immune system function

Helps to reduce tiredness and fatigue

Helps normal blood iron formation

Zinc

Helps maintain normal hair and nails

Helps maintain normal vision

Supports normal immune system function

Magnesium

Supports muscle function and normal nerve function

Supports teeth and bone structure

Contributes to normal energy metabolism

Foods containing iron

Red Meat
Fish
Poultry
Whole Grains
Dark Leafy Greens
Nuts
Legumes
Tofu

Foods containing zinc

Meat
Seafood
Whole Grains
Dairy
Legumes
Seeds

Foods containing magnesium

Green Veg
Legumes
Nuts
Whole Grains
Peas

So, how much
do I need?

Well, the adequate daily intake of these minerals according to the The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) is:

Iron

8mg For Men
18mg For Women 19-50
8mg For Women 51 Plus

Zinc

14mg For Men
8mg For Women

Magnesium

400mg For Men 19-30
420mg For Men 31 Plus
310mg For Women 19-30
320mg For Women 31 Plus
Minerals-For-Everyone

Mineral requirements can differ depending on your life stage (e.g. during pregnancy or breastfeeding) and health status. It’s important to discuss changes to your diet and/or mineral intake with your healthcare professional.

Please speak to your healthcare professional for more specific advice and before making any changes to your diet.

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You can enhance your body’s absorption of iron by drinking citrus juice or eating other foods rich in vitamin C while you eat high iron foods

Your body works better
with Bürgen®

We’ve got you covered.

If you’re after nutritious bread containing iron, zinc and magnesium, try one of our classic loaves:

Burgen Rye
Burgen Soy-Lin
Burgen Wholemeal & Seeds
Burgen Whole Grain & Oats
Minerals-For-Everyone

Mineral requirements can differ depending on your life stage (e.g. during pregnancy or breastfeeding) and health status. It’s important to discuss changes to your diet and/or mineral intake with your healthcare professional.

Please speak to your healthcare professional for more specific advice and before making any changes to your diet.

Top tipDietary-Fibre-Heart-Heal-Icon

You can enhance your body’s absorption of iron by drinking citrus juice or eating other foods rich in vitamin C while you eat high iron foods

Your body works better
with Bürgen®

We’ve got you covered.

If you’re after nutritious bread containing iron, zinc and magnesium, try one of our classic loaves:

Burgen Rye
Burgen Soy-Lin
Burgen Wholemeal & Seeds
Burgen Whole Grain & Oats