Non-Governmental Organizations

Q: Two shapes

The Lucky Iron Fish was designed for our work in Cambodia, and as we began to expand our work, we identified the need for a second shape – a leaf. Designed for our work in India, we created the Lucky Iron Leaf. See all our products.

Iron deficiency is the world’s largest micronutrient disorder

and disproportionately affects women and children, causing negative health and socioeconomic impacts.

Lucky Iron Life works with organizations around the globe

to help reduce the rate of iron deficiency anemia in communities by co-creating tailored training programs and by providing special bulk procurement pricing, training materials, and ongoing technical support.

Our global partners

Girl cooking iron fortified rice using Lucky Iron fish product

Our mission

We are driven to improving global health using innovation and socially conscious business practices.

Our values

We are based on science and built on values.

As a social enterprise and a Certified B Corporation, impact is embedded into all aspects of our company – from our mission to supply chain to packaging.

We are based on science and built on values.

As a social enterprise and a Certified B Corporation, impact is embedded into all aspects of our company – from our mission to supply chain to packaging.

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LIFe and Global Medic partnership distributing Lucky Iron Fish product

Programs we can partner with you on

Maternal newborn & child health

Family planning

Menstrual health

Nutrition programs

Wash programs

Sexual & reproductive health

Investing in nutrition

Investing in nutrition is integral to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). According to WHO, it is estimated that for every US$ 1 invested in reducing anaemia in women, US$ 12 in economic returns could potentially be produced (source).

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Return on investment

Restoring iron status plays a critical role in improving health outcomes in communities, improving cognitive development among children, reducing maternal deaths and plays a positive role in improving socio-economic status of individuals and the community.

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Distributing the Lucky Iron Fish product in Benin

Learn about the product

The Lucky Iron Fish is a simple home cooking tool that is safe, effective, and lasts up to 5 years. The Fish is clinically proven to increase iron levels and reduce iron deficiency, and is safe for the entire family.*

*Evidence demonstrates the Fish is effective in infants 12 months of age and older.

Simply boil the Fish in 1L (4 cups) of any liquid-based food (soup, water, rice, curry, etc.) for 10 minutes, with 3 drops of citrus/acid (lemon, lime, tomato, tamarind, etc.).

With each use, the Fish releases 6-8mg of bioavailable iron.

Video tutorial on how to use the Lucky Iron Fish

The Lucky Iron Fish was designed for our work in Cambodia, and as we began to expand our work, we identified the need for a second shape – a leaf. Designed for our work in India, we created the Lucky Iron Leaf. See all our products.

The Fish can be used for larger food fortification. The amount of Fish, time boiled, and acidity of the liquid all affect the release of iron.

Connect with us diirectly to develop a program tailored to your needs

Since the Lucky Iron Fish is made with natural iron, some rusting may occur if moisture is left behind.

To prevent rust, ensure the Fish is properly washed and dried after each use.

Should rust occur, it can be removed with soap, water, and a sponge, or with lemon juice and a sponge.

The Fish is made from food grade electrolytic iron powder that meets the Food Chemical Codex (FCC) standards. This type of iron is:

Approved for use in food supplements worldwide
Bioavailable
Comes in a very pure form

The Fish is rigorously tested for quality, the consistency of iron release, and that no other impurities are released at the same time. The production facility in India is ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 22000 (HACCP), and OHSAS 18001 certified, and its products are also certified Kosher and Halal.