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Nutrition » Iron [ Fe ]

AI Overview

Iron is an essential mineral that helps with many vital functions in the body, including:
  • Red blood cell productionIron is required to produce hemoglobin, a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen throughout the body. 
  • Immune systemIron helps the immune system function properly, especially in the intestines. 
  • Oxygen transportIron helps transport oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body. 
  • Muscle functionIron helps store oxygen in muscle cells, and is responsible for the red color of muscle. 
  • Hormone synthesisIron is needed to synthesize certain hormones. 
  • Growth and developmentIron is needed for growth and development. 
Iron deficiency can cause anemia and lead to symptoms like fatigue. 
Iron [ Fe ]

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