Iron

Question 1

What are the types of iron?

Answer 1

Haem iron and Non Haem-iron.

Question 2

What is haem iron?

Answer 2

Easily absorbed by the body.

Example sources: Offal, chicken, liver.

Question 3

What is non haem iron?

Answer 3

Not easily absorbed; must be changed to haem iron before the body can absorb it.

Example sources: Broccoli, cabbage, cereals.

Question 4

What are the functions of iron?

Answer 4

Makes haemoglobin in RBCs, makes myoglobin, supports growth in children, and aids brain development.

Question 5

What is iron deficiency?

Answer 5

Anemia - Lack of hemoglobin caused by severe loss of blood.

Symptoms include fatigue, tiredness, and headaches.

Question 6

What is the RDA of iron for kids?

Answer 6

10mg.

Question 7

What is the RDA of iron for teens?

Answer 7

14mg.

Question 8

What helps iron absorption?

Answer 8

Vitamin C and hydrochloric acid help convert non-haem iron into haem iron for absorption.

Question 9

What hinders iron absorption?

Answer 9

Phytic acid and oxalic acid attach to iron, preventing absorption.