- Iron - Wikipedia
Iron is a chemical element; it has symbol Fe (from Latin ferrum 'iron') and atomic number 26 It is a metal that belongs to the first transition series and group 8 of the periodic table It is, by mass, the most common element on Earth, forming much of Earth's outer and inner core
- Iron - Health Professional Fact Sheet - Office of Dietary Supplements
Iron is a mineral that is naturally present in many foods, added to some food products, and available as a dietary supplement Iron is an essential component of hemoglobin, an erythrocyte (red blood cell) protein that transfers oxygen from the lungs to the tissues [1]
- Iron deficiency anemia - Symptoms causes - Mayo Clinic
If you consume too little iron, over time your body can become iron deficient Examples of iron-rich foods include meat, eggs, leafy green vegetables and iron-fortified foods
- Iron: What It Is and Health Benefits
Iron is a key component to making sure that your body has oxygen-rich blood That’s important for your brain, immune system and more
- 9 Benefits of Iron Supplements That Go Beyond Anemia
Iron supplement benefits include anemia prevention and management, prevention of fatigue, improved athletic performance, hair growth, and more
- Iron Deficiency in Adults: A Review - JAMA Network
This narrative review examines the screening, diagnosis, and treatment of adults with absolute iron deficiency without anemia and iron-deficiency anemia
- Iron | Element, Occurrence, Uses, Properties, Compounds | Britannica
Iron (Fe), chemical element and one of the transition elements, the most-used and cheapest metal Iron makes up 5 percent of Earth’s crust and is second in abundance to aluminum among the metals
- Iron: What You Need to Know - WebMD
Iron is an essential mineral "The major reason we need it is that it helps to transport oxygen throughout the body," says Paul Thomas, EdD, RD, a scientific consultant to the National Institutes
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