Vitamins & minerals

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    Hemoglobin, blood count and anemia

    Hemoglobin ("Hb"), also referred to as the blood count, is the iron-rich protein in red blood cells (erythrocytes). Its task is to transport oxygen from the lungs to the body's organs and tissues. Hemoglobin also helps transpo...

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    Iron deficiency

    Iron deficiency is common. Symptoms may include low mood, anxiety and general worry. A simple test you perform at home gives you an immediate answer. Iron is a very important substance for the body to produce enough red blood cells. Iron deficiency...

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    Vitamin D deficiency

    Karolinska Institutet has established the following vitamin D levels:

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    Iron deficiency symptoms

    What are the symptoms of iron deficiency? The fact is that they vary quite a lot from person to person. But there are certain symptoms that seem to recur among people who are affected by iron deficiency. We will tell you more about the symptoms a little...

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    How quickly is iron absorbed by the body in iron deficiency?

    We need to get enough iron to feel well. When a lot of blood has been lost or the intestine is unable to absorb iron from food for various reasons, this can lead to iron deficiency and it is then important to treat the condition correctly.

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    Can iron deficiency make you dizzy?

    Yes, you can become dizzy if you do not get enough iron. Iron is extremely important for the body to create blood cells that carry oxygen to all parts of the body. When you develop iron deficiency, it can lead to many different symptoms and...

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    What can iron deficiency lead to?

    Iron deficiency is something of a widespread health problem, which may seem strange at a time when we have an abundance of food and supplements available. What can be a little deceptive about iron deficiency is that it does not always cause symptoms. Something that may come as a...

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