FAQ

Nano Minerals

What's Does Nano Mean?

Nano technology, the branch of technology that deals with dimensions and tolerances of less than 100 nanometres, is changing the face of medicine.

When we use the word "nano" we are simply referring to size -- nothing to do with tiny robots or computers. "Nano" occurs in nature all the time.

Apparently Norio Taniguchi, a Professor of Science at Tokyo University was the first to use this phrase when describing such small particles. The term “nano” comes from ancient Greek and means “dwarf” (nános = dwarf)

What's Different about Nano Minerals to other Supplements?

The key differences are 1) Particle size (the minerals average in size below 10 nanometres)  2) purity of the mineral (they are all "elemental") 3) the shape of the particles -- it can easily be overlooked that the shape of the microscopic nutrients we absorb is a factor in how "energised" it is, 4) the purity of water as a delivery medium -- to ensure no compounds are formed, and 5) quality packaging material to ensure these qualities are preserved for as long as possible from the point of bottling, until they are opened and used by the consumer.

The Health Factory are the first to combined perfect each of these qualities in each of the nano mineral waters.

Is 'Nano' Better than 'Ionic'?

A colloid is an insoluble substance suspended in another substance. Paints are an example of a colloid. Due to various factors including subtle impurities, electrical charge, particles can settle and/or combined with one another over time. 

Ionic solutions are not colloids. The ions (particles missing one outer orbital electron) can only exist in the solution. Once in contact with free ions, or when the water evaporates, insoluble and sometimes undesirable compounds can form.

The "Nano Minerals" are the next generation of mineral supplementation because of the proprietary way they achieve the purest form, in the smallest size for greatest absorbability.

Who Invented Nano Minerals?

The Health Factory and it's groundbreaking products was created by Dutch health pioneer Steven de Koenigswarter. You can watch a video of him speaking here.

Can I Speak with Someone About Practitioner Rates and Training?

Yes, please book in a call via our practitioner page here. We can arrange training, and practitioner discounts.

Nano Iron

Is Nano Iron good at raising Ferretin levels?

The best person to help answer this question for you is a qualified health professional. If you are being guided by your doctor, GP or other practitioner, ask them to consider the following:

The increase of Ferritin levels when taking Nano Iron is not commensurate to the Iron increase in the blood which is seen in conventional Iron supplementation; This is because it goes into all the cells and is used immediately. (With Conventional supplements it's more likely to go into the blood and not necessarily be used, thus the increase shown on tests but not necessarily the improvement you’d expect in energy etc. Also because a conventional supplement is not as “usable” by the body it can have a lot of other side effects such as constipation, etc.)

This does not in anyway detract from the efficiency of the Nano Iron being utilised as a supplement to help replenish the body.

If for instance someone was eating Liver or a similar organic source of very bioavailable iron (Iron is stored in the Liver in the form of Nano sized iron particles) it would be a similar situation. The person’s iron levels would increase and they may feel much better but as the iron is being absorbed into the cells rather than just being in the blood, it would not show up on the tests to the same extent as with more conventional iron supplements.

Where one would be concerned is if there is NO increase in ferritin levels, in which case that may be a sign of a different type of problem.

These factors should be taken into account under the guidance of a qualified health professional.



How much Nano Iron should I take per day?

If your health professional has recommended you take 15 mg of a regular Iron supplement, the amount you will actually absorb and be able to use will equate to approximately 30 – 35 ml of Nano Iron when taken on an empty stomach.

If your health professional has recommended you take 20 to 30 mg of a regular Iron supplement, the amount you will actually absorb and be able to use will equate to approximately 30 – 35 ml of Nano Iron TWICE A DAY on an empty stomach.

In severe cases, you can take 90 – 120 ml a day under the supervision of a health care professional without overdosing or causing any damage, and with no side effects.

Children: 0-2 years 5 ml per day (1 teaspoon)
2-6 years 10 to 15 ml per day (1 to 2 teaspoons)
6-12 years 20 ml per day (2 to 3 teaspoons)

Can I take Nano Iron while pregnant?

Yes, Iron can be taken whilst pregnant or breastfeeding.

What is the difference between Nano Iron and other Iron Supplements in terms of dosage and usability?

The key differences between Nano Iron and regular iron supplements are:

Dosage:

  • Nano Iron is fully absorbed so lower doses are needed compared to regular iron supplements.
  • 30-60ml Nano Iron may equal a 15-30mg dose of regular iron supplement.

Usability:

  • Nano Iron is 99.99% pure iron (elemental) that is fully bioavailable.
  • Regular supplements are iron compounds bound to salts that must be broken down (digested) to be absorbed.
  • Nano Iron nanoparticles directly enter cells through the soft mucosa tissue so are used more efficiently.
  • Regular iron supplements often cause side effects like nausea, constipation etc. 

Will Nano Iron cause constipation, nausea, black stools?

No it will not. Because Nano iron is not digested in the gut but enters the blood stream through the soft tissues in the mouth and digestive system, it does not cause any disbalance in your gut or any issues with constipation, nausea and black stools. These are caused by iron that is not fully digestible some of which remain in the gut and specifically end up feeding bad bacteria or patheogens that live in the gut. This then can result in digestive issues.

Nano Magnesium

Can you take Magnesium with heart medication?

It can be but you would need to check with a qualified health professional
If they believe it is okay, it must be taken with a three hour gap and started in small doses. There are no known interactions. Start with 5 ml Nano Magnesium per day for one week and build up in 5 ml increments until you reach 20 to 30 ml a day.

Nano Zinc

How much Nano Zinc should I take?

If your health professional has recommended you take 15 mg of a regular Zinc supplement, you could equate the amount you will actually absorb and be able to use from this to: approximately 30 – 40ml of Nano Zinc.

If you have been recommended to take 20 mg of a regular Zinc supplement, this would be converted to about 40-50 ml of Nano Zinc.

In severe cases of Zinc deficiency, you can take 50 to 60 ml of Nano Zinc a day without overdosing or causing any damage, and with no side effects.

Children:
0-2 years 5 ml per day (1 teaspoon)
2-6 years 10 to 15 ml per day (1 to 2 teaspoons)
6-12 years 20 ml per day (2 to 3 teaspoons)

Nano Zinc/Copper

How much Nano Zinc/Copper should I take per day?

The recommended daily dosage is:

5-30 ml per day
Nano Zinc/Copper equivalents:

If recommended 15mg regular zinc/copper, take 25ml Nano Zinc/Copper.
If recommended 20mg regular zinc/copper, take 30-40ml Nano Zinc/Copper.
Can take up to 50-60ml daily for a severe deficiency under supervision.
For children:

0-2 years: 5 ml per day
2-6 years: 10-15 ml per day
6-12 years: 20 ml per day