If you have never given much thought to your intake of iron, now is a good time to take a look at this important trace mineral. iron is a necessary component of hemoglobin, the protein in your blood that transports oxygen to your cells, making it a key player in energy utilization.** and although iron has often been seen as part of a women nutritional health support system, it is an important mineral for men as well.** puritans pride iron is created from the finest raw materials and is produced under strict quality control standards.dose: 1 tablet daily, preferably with a meal and drink plenty of fluids.