Health & WellnessVitamins & NutritionIron

Why is this mineral important?

Iron enables transport of oxygen from lungs to the tissues and muscles, and is essential for ensuring the correct functioning of our immune systems. Iron is essential for hair growth and supplements are highly recommended during pregnancy.

Where do I find this mineral?

Food sources high in iron are liver, beef, meat, green leafy vegetables (although absorption is lower), pumpkin and sunflower seeds, raisins, prunes. Vitamin C aids iron absorption.