Iron

Iron (Fe), is an essential trace mineral, that is absorbed within the small intestine. Almost two-thirds of the body’s iron is found in haemoglobin that is present in red blood cells involved in the transport of oxygen from the environment to tissues throughout the body.^1,2

Dietary sources of Iron

Dietary sources of iron include cereals, pulses, vegetables, nuts, shellfish³.

What are the benefits of iron?

Iron plays a role in the regulation of normal cell division⁴. Iron’s role in this process is connected to its function in oxygen transport² and energy-yielding metabolism⁵.

Iron has multiple benefits, which include:

• Contributes to normal cognitive function
• Contributes to normal formation of red blood cells and haemoglobin
• Contributes to the normal function of the immune system
• Contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
• Iron has a role in the process of cell division