Minerals - Iron

 

 
Description

Iron is a mineral element that occurs naturally in soil and our resulting food supply. This mineral is most concentrated in the blood, where its main functions are in the production of hemoglobin (the oxygen-carrying component of red blood cells) and myoglobin (a similar molecule to hemoglobin occurring in muscle cells).

This mineral is required for energy production and promotes resistance to disease by maintaining a healthy immune system. Iron is also essential for the proper growth of children, promotes a healthy skin tone and helps prevent brittle nails.

Heavy perspiration and exercise can deplete the body's iron stores.

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