The Dr. Christopher combination contains herb Yellow Dock which has considerable amounts of vitamin C, which has been used historically to facilitate the absorption of Iron. Yellow Dock is also over 50% iron by weight, thus it has been used historically for such conditions relating to iron deficiency such as anemia. Many herbalists recognize this formula for it’s high iron content & trace minerals, but in addition to this fact, it has also been used historically to help build and relieve prolapsed organs such as the uterus, bowel, as well as organs and also for hemorrhoid problems.