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Toffee Bar - Hematogen with Flax Seeds, 50 g - Mogemas Uab
€1.90
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Hematogen is a dense, sweet bar, not a light snack. A few practical pointers:
- When to eat it. It works best as a snack between main meals — in the middle of the day, while studying or travelling, when you cannot have a proper meal. It is better not to eat a sweet product high in sugar on an empty stomach.
- Pairing with drinks. Hematogen is traditionally eaten with tea. This makes good sense: a warm drink helps you appreciate the taste of the dense bar. However, washing down iron-containing foods with coffee or strong tea is not recommended — tannins and caffeine can reduce absorption of the mineral.
- Moderation. Because of its sugar content, hematogen should not be treated as an unlimited snack. The manufacturer specifically recommends moderate consumption; no fixed portion is given on the packaging.
- Its place in the diet. The bar complements but does not replace a varied diet. Iron from food is absorbed less efficiently than iron from medicinal products, so if you have a confirmed iron deficiency, it is better to discuss how to make up for it with a doctor.
The 50 g format is handy to keep in a bag or desk drawer — the bar needs no special storage conditions, but like most confectionery it keeps best away from direct sunlight and sources of heat.