Iron
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Iron is a mineral that our bodies need for many functions. The body needs iron to make the proteins hemoglobin and myoglobin. Hemoglobin is found in red blood cells and myoglobin is found in muscles. They help carry and store oxygen in the body. Iron is also part of many other proteins and enzymes in the body.
Your body needs the right amount of iron. If you have too little iron, you may develop iron deficiency anemia. Causes of low iron levels include blood loss, poor diet, or an inability to absorb enough iron from foods.
Too much iron is toxic to your body. Taking too many iron supplements can cause iron poisoning. Some people have an inherited disease called hemochromatosis. It causes too much iron to build up in the body.
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Iron and Iron Deficiency
cdc.gov — “Nutrition for Everyone: Basics: Iron and Iron Deficiency | DNPAO | CDC” View full resource at cdc.gov
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diabetes.org.au — “Iron Deficiency” View full resource at diabetes.org.au
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Sources of Iron
fitsugar.com — “Back in my vegetarian phase during college, my mom always said, "If you don't beef, you won't get enough iron." While it is a great source of this valuable mineral, red meat is not the only meat that contains iron. Chicken, turkey, and seafood” View full resource at fitsugar.com
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The Iron Tablet
theirontablet.blogspot.com — “Everything you wanted to know about iron in your diet and your body.” View full resource at theirontablet.blogspot.com
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Iron Lungs
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Erythropoiesis, Erythropoietin, Iron and Iron Deficiency Anemia | VEOMED
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Iron Rich Foods for Iron Deficiency Anemia
healthcastle.com — “Iron Rich Foods for Iron Deficiency Anemia. Learn about the difference between heme iron and non-heme iron rich foods, as well as foods that inhibit iron absorption. Iron Rich Foods written by Registered Dietitians.” View full resource at healthcastle.com
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Iron Rich Foods for Iron Deficiency Anemia
healthcastle.com — “Iron Rich Foods for Iron Deficiency Anemia. Learn about the difference between heme iron and non-heme iron rich foods, as well as foods that inhibit iron absorption. Iron Rich Foods written by Registered Dietitians.” View full resource at healthcastle.com
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Fruits and Vegetables High in Iron
healthaliciousness.com — “Iron is an essential mineral used to transport oxygen to all parts of our body. A slight deficiency of iron causes anemia (fatigue/weakness), and a chronic deficiency can lead to organ failure. Conversely, too much iron leads to production of harmful free radicals, and interferes with metabolism causing damage to organs like the heart and liver. Iron which comes from fruits and vegetables is well regulated by the body, so overdose is rare and usually only occurs when people take supplements. Con” View full resource at healthaliciousness.com
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Iron Supplements - Mamapedia™
mamapedia.com — “Read all 8 responses: "Hello Mamas! I am looking for some help on getting my 15 month old daughter to take her liquid iron supplement. They were prescribed by her dr at her recent..."” View full resource at mamapedia.com
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esquire.com — “A how-to on ironing men's shirts. The hardest parts of ironing are unraveled here, including what to do with the collar, the cuffs and the sleeves” View full resource at esquire.com
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Iron Deficiency Anemia
kidshealth.org — “A lack of iron in the blood can lead to iron-deficiency anemia, the most common nutritional deficiency in the world. Find out more about this disorder and how it can be treated.” View full resource at kidshealth.org
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