Sponsored Content Disclosure: This blog post is sponsored by Seaford Pharmaceuticals.
Fatigue followed me everywhere, until I found an iron supplement that fit both my lifestyle and my diet.
When I moved to Canada a little over seven years ago, life for me was obviously going to change in many ways. I prepared myself for a cultural shift, long winters, and to adjust to new foods. What I didn’t expect was to feel so exhausted every day.
At the time, I thought it was just stress. After all, I had moved halfway across the world, leaving my parents, my job, and everything familiar. But even after I settled into my new apartment, started working again, and resumed cooking my own meals, the exhaustion lingered. I was constantly tired and lightheaded, my hands and feet were always cold, and my periods had become unusually heavy and draining.
Fatigue that doesn’t go away could be a sign of iron deficiency, a condition that can drain your energy and focus, and can especially affect people who can’t take animal-based iron.
Back home, my diet had been predominantly vegetarian, rooted in whole foods and clean eating. I was careful about what I put into my body. Even here in Canada, I continued to avoid beef and pork, choosing instead to include modest amounts of chicken and fish in my meals. I thought I was making the right choices, but something was clearly missing.
It wasn’t until a conversation with a pharmacist that the root cause became clear: iron deficiency.
The Silent Drain: Iron Deficiency and Anemia
Iron deficiency (ID) and iron deficiency anemia (IDA) are more common in Canada than many people realize. It affects an estimated 10.5% of the population.
While anyone can be low on iron, certain groups are at higher risk, including adults who menstruate, pregnant and lactating women, and people following plant-based or restricted diets.
Iron needs also rise during periods of stress, illness, recovery, or rapid growth. Because the symptoms often develop gradually, many people go months, if not years, without realizing low iron is at the root of their fatigue, fogginess, or poor stamina.
That was true for me until my pharmacist connected the dots and recommended Polyride Fe® Ultra, a gentle but effective over-the-counter iron supplement from Seaford Pharmaceuticals.
Why Polyride Fe® Ultra Was the Right Choice for Me
As someone who follows a vegetarian diet for personal and religious reasons, I’m very mindful of the supplements and ingredients I use. I look for products that are clean, certified, and aligned with my values. That’s why iron supplements had always been a grey area for me, I was never quite sure what I could trust.
What gave me added confidence was knowing that Polyride Fe® Ultra isn’t just trusted by pharmacists, it’s also supported by leading Canadian health organizations, including the Canadian Digestive Health Foundation and the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada. That kind of clinical endorsement tells me that Seaford Pharmaceuticals isn’t simply offering a product—they’re offering a solution designed for real people with real needs.
And the formula is really impressive:
- 150 mg of elemental iron from a gentle, well-absorbed Polysaccharide Iron Complex (PIC) source
- 125 mg of Vitamin C, to support optimal iron absorption
- 1,000 mcg of Vitamin B12, especially important for those with limited dietary sources
All in just one capsule a day. No complicated dosing schedule, just one simple step that fits easily into my morning routine.
The more I learned about Polyride Fe® Ultra, the more I realized it wasn’t just suitable for people like me, it was designed with people like me in mind.
Proven Formula for Results
Within several weeks of starting Polyride Fe® Ultra, I noticed a meaningful change. My energy returned—not in bursts, but in a steady, lasting way. I could get through a full day of work, errands, and cooking without needing to lie down halfway through. My focus improved, and even my skin and nails looked healthier.
A renewed sense of energy and well-being after discovering Polyride Fe® Ultra from Seaford Pharmaceuticals.
And amazingly, I didn’t experience the side effects I used to expect from iron supplements, like nausea, constipation, and stomach cramps. That’s because the iron complex in Polyride Fe® Ultra is known for being gentle on the stomach and associated with fewer GI side effects than traditional iron salts like ferrous sulfate.
For someone like me, who values consistency, simplicity, and products that actually work it made all the difference.
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Where You Can Find It
Polyride Fe® Ultra is available without a prescription at pharmacies across Canada and online.
Many independent pharmacies across Canada. For a full list and to learn more, visit Polyride.ca
If you’re feeling drained, or not quite like yourself, don’t wait. Ask your pharmacist.