Many different factors affect how fast we age. Genetics, environment, exercise, smoking, and other issues all matter. But what about iron levels-? New research from -the University of Edinburgh- shows that blood iron levels could play an important role in the aging process. Iron Levels May Affect the Length of Your Life - Study researchers at the University of Edinburgh found that the gene markers...
Our bodies need iron; it’s a mineral that we must obtain in our diet because it is essential to human life. Because iron is crucial for the transport of oxygen and carbon dioxide by hemoglobin throughout the body, a deficiency of iron can cause anemia and fatigue. In addition to oxygen transport, iron is essential for the proper function of several enzymes and other proteins. Iron defiency can also...
One of the concerns people often have about a vegan diet is whether they’re getting enough iron. But iron doesn’t only come from meat. There are a lot of ways to get plenty of it, -even when eating plant-based. Let’s take a look at some vegan iron sources and why vegans may want to look at another common deficiency that can be the root cause of anemia. How Much Iron Do You Need? - According to the...
Feeling sluggish and struggling to breathe? Anemia may be the culprit. Each year, approximately -2.8 million people- are diagnosed with anemia, a condition that occurs when the body doesn’t produce or maintain enough red blood cells. Left untreated, anemia -may result- in pregnancy complications, heart issues or even death. That’s why it’s important to treat the symptoms of anemia right away, even...