Disease ( Hemophilia )

Iron is important for the formation of hemoglobin which carries oxygen to all body cells. The red corpuscles of the blood need iron for their formation. Growing children and menstruating women and pregnant women need more iron than others. Anyone having an operation or a loss of blood should get additional iron.

Health Benefits:

• Iron can help prevent and cure anemia

• Iron is important for the production of hemoglobin in the blood. It needs Vitamin C, copper and manganese to be present so that it can be absorbed in the body.
• Iron help in growth.
• Iron can help prevent fatigue

Signs of Iron Deficiency:

• Anemia
• Difficulty in concentration
• Poor memory
• Depression
• Dizziness
• Weakness
• Labored breathing anginal pain
• Brittle lusterless, flattened or spoon-shaped nails
• Swollen ankles
• Hair loss
• Pale skin
• Exhaustion

Recommended Daily Requirement:

• Daily Requirement: Adults - 10 mg.; Teenagers - 12 mg.
• Menstruating women: 15-20 mg.
• Pregnant women: 30 to 60 mg
• Supplemental Dosage: 325 mg. of iron sulfate or gluconate 3-4 times daily.

Note: Trace minerals; use only under doctors guidance.

Food Sources: Green leafy vegetables, green onion, beans, asparagus, oatmeal, grapes, peaches, raisins, poultry, fishes, egg, meat, liver, wheat germ, crushed wheat.

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