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Why do you need iron supplement if your body can recycle iron?
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∙ 15y ago
A person might be taking an iron supplement if they are not getting enough iron in their normal diet, for example a vegetarian. The other reason could be that the body isn't quite good enough at recycling anyway; naturally, some iron will get lost and will have to be replaced.
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What is the role of iron for the body?
you need iron for your blood and your thyroid.
What individuals would most likely be recommended an iron supplement?
An older female. usually kids, young adults and pregnant women do need Iron
Do you need iron in your cereal?
yes, because you need iron in your body but too much is also not good
Why do you need iron?
Iron is a mineral and functions primarily as a carrier of oxygen in the body.
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.
How do we get essential elements and minerals we need for your body?
through the food we eat or through supplement pills
What do your body and iron nails have in common?
The nail is made from iron and we need iron to keep us healthy x
Why body need iron?
Iron is what binds to the oxygen in red blood cells (the hemoglobin and myoglobin): low iron (anemia) means that a large portion of red blood cells are unable to bind then carry the oxygen to other tissues in the body - they start to starve for oxygen. Too much Iron also is a problem but it rarely happens unless a person takes too much in a supplement (iron poisoning) or has a birth defect called hemochromatosis (dystopic blood-color: too much red )
For what does your body need iron providing food?
Iron is an important component for the parts of our blood that transports oxygen.
What happens if you get enough iron?
When you don't get enough iron in your body you may get anemia, excessive menstrual bleeding, learning dissabilities, impaired immune functions, low body temperature, light headedness, dizzy spells, fatigue, weak and/or tiredness. You may also go pale in the face and need to rest more in excersise. This is because Iron is required for energy, healthy brain development and endurance because it delivers oxygen throughout the body. When you are low in iron your brain and organs are being starved of oxygen. Talk to your doctor about what's happening and they may be able to help with an iron supplement or change your diet to a more iron enriched one.
What body cells need iron?
Blood cells need iron as well as many other minerals such as sulfur, copper, zinc... Etc...
Im a vegeterian and my doctor says I need to consume more iron but I cant seem to find a iron supplement My parents are too lazy to look in the store as well is this a huge risk?
A deficiency of iron can cause the body's production of red blood cells to decrease. Without enough red blood cells, less oxygen gets to where it is needed, resulting in fatigue and shortness of breath.
