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1. are vegetarians more likely to have an iron deficiency?
Vegetarians and vegans are more likely to suffer from iron deficiency. Although iron is also present in plant foods, iron from plant products has a poorer usability. Only a small amount reaches the blood via the intestine. Iron from red meat has the best usability and the highest iron content.
2. in which fruit is there a lot of iron?
Iron is not only found in many vegetables, but also in many types of fruit. Especially blueberries, lemons, raisins, grapes, bananas and pineapple are rich in iron. The German Nutrition Society (DGE) recommends a daily iron intake of 10 to 15 mg for an adult. Children should take in about 10 mg of iron per day. Pregnant and breastfeeding women are recommended to take in higher amounts of iron, as they have to take care of the unborn child. They should consume about 20 to 30 mg of iron per day.
3 What is iron responsible for in the human organism?
Iron is an essential trace element. It is essential for human life and should be taken in through a healthy and balanced diet. If the body receives too little iron, deficiency symptoms can occur.
Functions of iron in the body:
- Cell formation
- Cell respiration
- Production of haemoglobin
- Energy production
- Oxygen transport
4. dietary supplements containing iron
If you want to increase an iron level that is too low with a dietary supplement, you should definitely pay attention to the form of the active ingredient and its origin. Iron bisglycinate is particularly suitable for increasing iron levels. It is very well tolerated and is utilized by the body to a high degree. The preparation should also not contain any chemical additives such as magnesium stearate or microcrystalline cellulose. If you buy a preparation from Germany, you can be sure that the product has also been produced safely and is of high quality.
Our recommendation:
Vitamineule® Iron Capsules
In our online shop you will find our iron capsules from Vitamineule®, which are completely free of artificial additives. Vitamineule® Iron Capsules contain 56mg of pure iron per capsule in the effective form iron bisglycinate. Each tin contains 90 caps ules.In addition to fast & free shipping, we offer a voluntary six-month return guarantee on all products.
5. conclusion: Do vegetarians suffer from iron deficiency more often?
Vegetarians and vegans are more likely to suffer from an iron deficiency. The reason for this is the quality of iron in plant foods and its bioavailability in the human body. Iron from plant products is much less usable by humans than iron from animal products. The iron only reaches the intestine in small amounts in a vegetarian diet. For this reason, supplementing iron in the form of supplements can be very helpful.
Further reading:
- Iron deficiency or anemia of inflammation? Differential diagnosis and mechanisms of anemia of inflammation
- Iron deficiency inhibits cognitive development in young children : Pediatrics
- Iron Deficiency in Children
- Correcting Iron Deficiency Rapidly : Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Iron Deficiency: Medical Problem or Sensory Disorder?
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