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Iron Needs Calculator

Iron Needs Calculator

Especially important for female athletes. Calculate your daily iron requirement to prevent anemia.

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Daily Iron Needs

Vegan Requirement (1.8x)
Adjusted for non-heme absorption
32.4 mg
Athletic Adjustment
Increased foot-strike hemolysis
42.1 mg
Upper Limit
Do not exceed without medical advice
45 mg

Iron Deficiency Anemia

Iron carries oxygen in your blood. Fatigue is the #1 symptom of low iron.

RDA Guidelines

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Absorption Hack

Vitamin C increases iron absorption by up to 300%. Take iron with an orange or bell pepper.