Functions
What does iron help carry in the blood?
Oxygen
Where is iron absorbed?
Small intestine
Name one meat high in iron
Beef / chicken / fish
What is the disease caused by low iron?
Iron-deficiency anemia
Iron deficiency is the most common ______ deficiency
Nutrient
What protein contains iron in red blood cells?
Hemoglobin
Which type of iron is absorbed better?
Heme iron
Name one plant source of iron
Spinach / beans / lentils
Name one symptom of iron deficiency
Fatigue / weakness / pale skin
Which drink can reduce iron absorption?
Tea or coffee
What does iron help produce in the body for energy?
ATP (energy)
What vitamin increases iron absorption?
Vitamin C
Which type of iron is found in meat?
Heme iron
Who is at risk? (name one)
Teen girls / pregnant women / vegetarians
What does the body do with old red blood cells?
Recycles iron
Iron supports what two systems?
Immune system & brain
Name one thing that decreases iron absorption
Calcium / tea / coffee / phytates
Which type of iron is found in plants?
Non-heme iron
Why does iron deficiency happen?
Not enough intake or blood loss
How much iron do teen males need?
11 mg
Iron helps make what in the body besides blood?
Hormones
Which type of iron needs help to be absorbed?
Non-heme iron
What can you eat with plant iron to absorb it better?
Vitamin C foods
Name two symptoms of iron deficiency
How much iron do teen females need?
15 mg