Category Archives: Iron Deficiency

Mechanism of Action; How iron is absorbed

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Iron is the second most abundant element in the earth’s core; yet deficiency of iron is the most common cause of anemia across the globe. A well- balanced diet can supply recommended daily doses of iron. Human body maintains a steady balance between iron intake and loss. The need and absorption rate of iron increases […]

Effects Of Iron On Your Immune System

Your immune system and Iron

A healthy immune system requires the intake of a balanced nutritional diet that is rich in macro as well as micronutrients. Iron is a vital nutrient that is needed to maintain healthy immune and non-immune functions in the body. Iron deficiency is a worldwide issue that mainly affects women of reproductive age and growing children. […]

Heme Iron vs. Non-Heme Iron in Food

pan of steak broccali potatoes and other veggies

Iron is an essential micronutrient that must be consumed in recommended doses to maintain healthy body functions. An adult human body needs about 7-18mg of iron per day, which increases to about 27mg/ day in special situations like pregnancy. Adequate doses of iron must be obtained from the dietary sources to ensure health and wellness. […]

At Risk of Developing Iron Deficiency Anemia?

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Risk of Iron Deficiency A major risk of iron deficiency is that it can lead to iron deficiency anemia (IDA). Iron deficiency anemia (also referred to as microcytic anemia) is the most common nutritional deficiency across the globe (1). According to latest statistics, more than one-fourth of the world’s population is anemic (corresponding to 1.6 […]

What You Should Know About Iron During Pregnancy

Deficiency of iron during pregnancy Iron deficiency anemia is the most prevalent nutritional deficiency that affects 14% of the pregnant women in developed countries and as much as 56% (or about 35% to 75%) women in developing countries, according to statistics released by World Health Organization (WHO) (1). Healthcare providers around the world recommend all […]

Iron Deficiency, the most common nutritional deficiency.

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Who is at Risk of Developing Iron Deficiency Anemia (IDA)? Iron deficiency anemia (also referred to as microcytic anemia) is the most common nutritional deficiency across the globe (1). According to latest statistics, more than one-fourth of the world’s population is anemic (corresponding to 1.6 billion individuals); with 50% of the disease burden attributed to […]

7 Healthy Sources Of Iron Athletes Need In Their Diet

Steak dinner healthy source of iron

As an athlete, there’s no question that you’re watching your diet to stay fit and healthy. You’re making sure that you fuel your body with enough energy to keep up those intense workout sessions, but not so much energy that you start to experience unwanted weight gain. Healthy sources of food, vitamins, and minerals like […]

Athletic Consequences of Not Getting Enough Iron

Man about to eat steaks to get enough iron

As you create a diet plan focused on excelling in your chosen sport, one nutrient you need to be sure you are getting enough of is iron. Iron deficiency anemia can quickly suck the life out of any athlete. It can lead to sharp declines in their performance as well. The unfortunate fact of the […]

Iron Deficiency In Athletes

Iron deficiency in athletes is easy to miss. As an athlete training hard, it’s critical that you are staying aware of your nutrition. The foods you eat will have a very strong influence on your performance. As you go about your training, a proper diet can get you on the track to success. This said, […]

Living With Iron Deficiency

Living with Iron deficiency

Getting Diagnosed with Iron Deficiency Iron deficiency was cyclical for me when I hit my pre-teen years. I was too young to understand what was going on. My mom also missed it for a long time. All my mom knew was her vibrant, energetic tomboy daughter would slowly wind down to a place where energy […]