Iron is necessary for healthy red blood cell formation.
Recommended for womens health and prenatal care.
Strengthens immune system; aids in collagen production.
Iron is recommended as part of a daily regimen for womens health and prenatal care. Iron plays a central role in transporting oxygen within the body. Proper supplementation can help prevent iron-deficiency anemia, which is the most common deficiency in the U.S., and the most common cause of anemia, especially among children and women during their childbearing years (Mahan & Stump, 1996). Iron-deficiency anemia results when red blood cells are not able to carry enough oxygen to meet the body s needs. Symptoms of anemia include fatigue, poor concentration, and an increase in colds and infections. Iron also helps strengthen the immune system and aids in the manufacturing of collagen, a protein that builds connective tissues. In addition, a number of body processes require adequate iron, including the production of the neurotransmitters serotonin and dopamine, which influence mood and behavior.
