Abstract: The invention relates to a method for manufacturing a starch-containing shape body and a homogenised, starch-containing mass and shape bodies manufactured therefrom. The method is carried out in a manner such that the value of the limiting viscosity index of the mass manufactured therewith is at least 40 ml/g. Such a valve of the limiting viscosity index ensures an elongation at rupture of the extruded material of at least 150%, by which means soft capsules with a one-part capsule casing may be manufactured with the rotary die process.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a preparation which contains at least one physiologically effective iron complex and at least one polyunsaturated fatty acid in free or chemically bonded form, in particular for use as a medication and/or food supplement. The preparation according to the invention may be preferably used for manufacturing a medication and/or food supplement for treating or the prevention of deficiency symptoms as they may occur during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Furthermore antioxidizing agents and folic acid may be contained in the preparation according to the invention.