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People need iron to create the hemoglobin in their blood. A deficiency in iron will cause a condition known as anemia, where your blood is less effective at transporting oxygen.
Women bleed a little extra every month, so they need more iron to create the hemoglobin in their lost blood.
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∙ 16y ago
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∙ 8y agoFemales who are pre-menopausal experience blood loss due to a monthly menstruation cycle. Whenever an individual loses or donates blood they must replenish their iron supply. That being said, a man or post-menopausal female should make sure their iron level stays low enough to be in a healthy range.
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∙ 6y agoBlood volume of the mother increases during pregnancy. This takes increased iron. The baby needs iron for it's blood formation. Baby needs to store iron in it's body. For all these the mother needs to have increased dose of iron.
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∙ 11y agoWomen need more iron than men because of menstruation.
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∙ 14y agoTo stop them becoming anemic.
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Why do women and teenagers need more iron compared to others?
Women lose iron due to their monthly menstrual flow (iron is found in red blood cells); teenagers are still growing, and thus benefit from added iron supplements.
Do men need iron supplements?
Yes you need iron because if you don't have iron then you can not live
Why do women need iron?
They suffer iron loss when they menstruate.
Why might a lactating woman need to take an iron supplement?
Low iron levels, and under doctor's supervision. While nursing I limit to taking nothing, unless absolutely needed. Foods can be a great source of everything you need. If you need more iron I would suggest increasing your foods high in iron.
Is it true thirst is a good indicator for the need for fluid in most lactating women?
Thirst for anyone is a sign that u are actually dehydrated.
What causes low iron saturation?
Iron is a very important component for our body growth. Deficiency of iron is known as anemia. This can be caused due to lesser intake of iron in diet. Women are mostly prone to iron deficiency during pregnancy. Low iron saturation may indicate a need to increase your iron intake. Supplements for iron is another option but it should be taken under guidance of medical experts.
Why do girls need more iron after puberty?
Because they lose blood in their periods. Iron is needed to make blood. Some girls can become anaemic if they don't take iron supplements.
Does anaemia stay with you for life?
No, it is just iron deficiency. If you use iron supplements, you will feel better. After that you just need to maintain a proper diet (with the right amount of iron) and you won't have that problem anymore.
What does a ferritin level 3 mean?
It means that your iron store level is extrememly low. i would think that ou must be exheausted. A healthy level is 75 or over, although many women in \britain only have around 15. You will need supplements /injections or an iron infusion. Good luck.
Is menstruating bad for the youth?
No it's a normal and natural part of becoming a woman and becoming a woman is not harmful. Sometimes a girl can bleed a lot and might need supplements but that's an easy fix. Many women take extra iron for instance.
What is a good diet for lactating women?
A lactating mother needs a balanced diet. Enough energy giving food as well as vegetables, but especially a diet rich in protein and lots of fluid. This should sustain the mother's health needs as well as provide sufficient breast milk for the baby. Lactating mother should also find out from her health practioner on the need for supplementary calcium where applicable.
Why do women over 50 require less dietary iron?
Women over 50 requires less dietary iron. After 50 years of age, women usually stop mentruating. So they need 3 mg elemental iron/day as against 5 mg of elemental iron/day for menstruating women.
