Iron

Iron benefits:

o Iron contributes to normal cognitive function.
o Iron contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism.
o Iron contributes to normal formation of red blood cells and haemoglobin.
o Iron contributes to normal oxygen transport in the body.
o Iron contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
o Iron contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
o Iron has a role in the process of cell division.
o Iron affects activity of heart, liver, and muscles.

o Iron is needed to allow the body metabolise drugs and other substances. Iron contributes to
the body’s ability to metabolise drugs and other substances. Iron is needed for the
metabolism of drugs.
o Iron contributes to normal cognitive development of children