Vitamin code healthy blood is whole food nutrition, providing the essential building blocks to support blood health. Vitamin Code Healthy Blood offers gentle, non-binding iron as well as vitamins B and C to promote iron absorption. Raw means no high heat, synthetic binders or fillers, artificial flavors, sweeteners, colors or additives commonly used in tablets. Whole food means Raw Food-Created Nutrients are blended in a base of 23 fruits and vegetables plus 75 alkalizing trace minerals to add supporting antioxidants, vitamins and nutrient cofactors. It is recommended for adults to take 2 capsules daily. May be taken with or without food. Capsules may be opened and contents may be added to water or juice. Not intended for children.