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… What is the recommended daily amount of iron? The recommended daily amount of iron varies. Most people need the following amount of iron each day. footnote 1 , footnote 2 …
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… 68c Nutrition Series Why is iron important? Iron is a mineral that your … oxygen to all parts of your body. Without enough iron, your body will not have enough … of anemia are feeling tired all the time and getting sick more easily. Iron is especially …
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… Topic Overview Why is it important to get enough calcium and vitamin D? Your body needs … long-term (chronic) muscle aches and pains. Getting enough vitamin D helps prevent these … others their age. They also have a chance of getting a rare disease called rickets , which …
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… foods, such as fortified breakfast cereals. Getting enough of this vitamin prevents folate … even knows she's pregnant. So you can see why getting enough daily folic acid—even before …
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… of water to work properly. If your diet has enough fibre in it, your stools should become … of water to work properly. If your diet has enough fibre in it, your stools should become …
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… 68d Nutrition Series Why do I need iron? Iron is a mineral that your body uses to … oxygen to all parts of your body. Without enough iron, your body will not have enough … of anemia are feeling tired all the time and getting sick more easily. Iron is especially …
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… You can be reassured that your baby is eating enough and is well nourished when he or she: … You can be reassured that your baby is eating enough and is well nourished when he or she: …
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… sources. Notice how much potassium you're getting. You can figure out how much potassium … sources. Notice how much potassium you're getting. You can figure out how much potassium …
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… Condition Basics What is iron deficiency anemia? Iron deficiency anemia means that your body doesn't have enough iron to make red blood cells . Iron is … These include heavy menstrual bleeding, not getting enough iron in food, and health …
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… phlebotomy treats people who have too much iron in their blood, such as with … . Removing blood regularly decreases iron levels in the body by reducing the number of iron-rich red blood cells. Health …