NUTRIENTS

Iron

Part of Minerals

The mineral core of hemoglobin, the protein that carries oxygen in red blood cells. Deficiency and overload both cause real, measurable problems, which is why it's always tested rather than guessed at.

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Anchor sources

Where this term connects into the site's own research vocabulary -- the broader evidence set lives in the studies library below.

Minerals & Electrolytes(subject)Blood(body system)

See the studies on Iron

Parent category

Minerals