If you suffer from anemia (an iron deficiency) then you know how it feels to have cold hands and feet, tiredness all the time and a sluggish energy you can’t shake with a huge load of coffee. Many of us turn to iron supplements to battle our anemia, myself included, but I find myself always ...
It can be very difficult for any women who are pregnant and already very uncomfortable to also have to deal with feeling bloated and constipated. Many women find it even more difficult to deal with if they are working during their pregnancy. It can be very hard to function at work when you are in ...
Infertility is often linked to endometriosis and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). However, there are many other health conditions which have been linked to fertility problems. Does having anemia contribute to a woman’s inability to become pregnant? Here are some of the things that all women should know about the link between infertility and an iron ...
If you, or your child, suffer from the complications associated with anemia, or any other iron deficiency, there is no doubt you understand the implications and the importance in the use of iron supplements. For some individuals, especially children, iron supplementation often results in side effects that lead many to discontinue use. Adequate iron intake ...
You may already know that gastric bypass patients need to take a number of vitamin and mineral supplements because they no longer absorb nutrients normally. The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery recommends that menstruating women take 54-63 mg elemental iron daily and that others take 36 mg daily, unless their blood tests show ...
Many women discover that they are anemic during their pregnancy. Despite the availability of food and the prevalence of prenatal vitamins, iron deficiency still seems to be a problem for many women in pregnancy. There are a few reasons why this might be the case. There are also ways to determine for yourself whether you ...
