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Home -> Shop By Store -> IronIronIntroductionIron is a necessary mineral in human body. Iron has a significant value in human body. Regardless of intake, only 8% of the iron is absorbed in the body. It is a basic constituent of blood and is also found in concentration in bone marrow, liver and spleen. Men and women need iron in different amounts as per their needs. Women usually need more iron than men, almost double. People who lack iron are seen to be suffering from anemia. Iron is absorbed in the body as much as required but absorption of iron lessens at older age. Remedy Iron can be used as a supplement for many diseases such as irregular heart beat, anemia and sluggish psychological reactions in children. It can cure brittle hair, hair loss, and inflammation of mucus membrane, flimsy bones, obesity, digestive disturbance, pallor, nervousness and fatigue. Prevention Use of proper iron in daily diet may keep away the anemic conditions, obesity due to anemia, heart diseases and heart palpations, colds and mental disability. What It Does
Benefits It helps in curing many diseases and is an essential mineral nutrient for body to carry out some of the most important functions like carrying oxygen to the tissues and cells, which promote growth and metabolism. Iron is beneficial for menstrual problems and colitis. It also helps in alcoholism because during alcoholism there is a possibility of liver damage and iron may help in healing that damage. Sources The sources are different for both types of iron heme and non heme. Non heme iron can be obtained from plant food and needs hydrochloric acid to get absorbed in the body but heme iron can be found in many animal products. Following are some of the sources of iron:
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Cautions High potency iron tablets can be fatal for small children. High iron stores in body can lead to cancer in some cases. 10 to 18 mg of iron intake per day is enough for a healthy person. Side Effects or Interactions Acute overdose of iron can result in nausea, constipation and vomiting. Prolong use of iron supplements can increase the risk of cancer and heart diseases. Consult your doctor before taking any iron supplements. |
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