Function of iron :

is to help red blood cells carry oxygen to all parts of the body. helps supply oxygen to
muscle, and in enzymes that assist biochemical reactions in cells.

Dietary intake for day :

AGE female Male
14 to 18 - 15 11
19 to 50 - 18 8
51+ years- 8 8

Decrease of Iron :
● Phytic Acid
● Oxalic Acid
● Polyphenols
● Full body stores.
● Excess of other min.
● Reduced gastric acid
● Some antacids.
●
Increasing of iron :
● Gastric Acid
● Heme iron
● Demand
● Low body stores
● MPF
● Vitamin C

Foods :
meat, fish and poultry. dried beans, peas and lentils and some fruits and vegetables.