Iron is one of those nutrients that can quietly affect everything: energy, focus, exercise recovery, hair and nail health, and how resilient you feel day to day. So when I had the opportunity to try Akka Reindeer Liver, a food-based iron supplement made in Sweden, I was curious — but I also wanted to test it properly before sharing my experience.
I finished the full package about one month before writing this, and I wanted to give my body enough time to respond before publishing anything.
Why I tried it
I’ve tried several iron supplements over the years, including conventional iron capsules and beef organ capsules. Some were difficult to take consistently, while others felt harsh on my stomach or required taking a large number of capsules at once. While I rely on Food Therapy consistently to help level up the montly blood loses from menstruation, sometimes is needed to do something complementary and natural and bio-available is always the preferable choice.
Akka is different in format and philosophy: it is made from 100% freeze-dried reindeer liver, with no additives or fillers, and provides nutrients in a whole-food form rather than as an isolated synthetic ingredient. The capsules contain naturally occurring heme iron, B12, copper and CoQ10, nutrients involved in red blood cell production, oxygen transport and energy metabolism.
What stood out
The first thing I noticed was how gentle it was on my stomach. That mattered to me because digestive discomfort is often the reason people stop taking iron supplements.
After roughly the first three weeks, I began to notice more consistent improvements. I would describe it less as a sudden “boost” and more as a gradual sense that my body was receiving and using nutrients more effectively.
I also had an iron and ferritin blood test partway through—not at the very end of the package—and my levels were somewhat higher. They were not dramatically elevated in the way that can happen with high-dose medicinal iron, but the direction of change was encouraging.
What I appreciated
Easy on digestion: I did not experience the stomach discomfort I have had with some other iron products.
Simple routine: The suggested use is two capsules daily, with or without food, which makes it easy to fit into a normal day.
Food-based approach: The ingredient list is short: reindeer liver and a gelatin capsule.
Gradual, realistic results: My experience aligned with the idea that iron-related changes take time, rather than promising an overnight transformation. Akka notes that red blood cells have a biological half-life of around six weeks and that fuller effects may take three to six months.
Who I’d recommend it to
I would consider Akka a good option for someone looking for a gentler, food-based way to support their iron intake—particularly if they have struggled with conventional iron supplements or prefer a whole-food approach.
That said, supplements are not a substitute for investigating the underlying cause of low iron or ferritin. If you suspect iron deficiency, it is important to work with a qualified healthcare professional, test appropriately, and review your diet, absorption, menstrual blood loss, training load and any digestive issues that may be relevant.
Food therapy: making iron support work in real life
A supplement can be a useful support, but it works best alongside a diet and routine that help your body absorb and use nutrients effectively. This is where food therapy becomes so valuable: rather than simply adding an iron product and hoping for the best, we look at the full picture — your meals, digestion, energy, stress, training, menstrual health and lab results where appropriate.
In a food therapy consultation, I help clients create realistic meals and routines around their preferences, culture, budget and lifestyle, following the True Balance Food Therapy Method (TM). The goal is not a restrictive “iron diet,” but a practical way to support energy, recovery and long-term nutrient status.
Want personalised support?
If low energy, fatigue, hair shedding, poor recovery or suspected low iron is something you are dealing with, I offer personalised food therapy consultations. Together, we can review your current routine, identify practical opportunities to support iron and overall nutrient intake, and create a plan that fits your real life.
Final thoughts
My overall experience with Akka was positive. It was easy to take, gentle on my stomach, and I noticed gradual improvements during the period I used it. I also appreciated that it felt like a more sustainable option than taking large quantities of capsules or dealing with the side effects I have experienced from some conventional supplements.
This review reflects my personal experience. It is not medical advice, and individual results will vary.