Basics of Haemoglobin

Owing to its role in complex metabolic processes such as electron transport, DNA synthesis and transportation of oxygen ,Iron, is an indispensable element which is required for human survival. However, not all iron from food sources can be absorbed by the body. The generally approved daily allowance of Iron is 14mg while the adult daily requirement is 1.8mg. Substances such as Tanins and bran inhibit iron absorption. Thus, there is a need to identify food and fruit materials which have low tanins or bran but are rich source of iron that can be properly utilized by the body.

Iron defined.

• An essential component in haematopoiesis (blood production).
• It is one of the major constituents of hemoglobin
• It is concerned with the transformation of blood sugar to energy
• Enzyme production bank on iron
• Iron is required for proper functioning of the immune system

As much as iron is absorbed in trace amount by the body depending on the type of iron. It can also be lost  through excretory processes such as sweating, fecal ejection, urine discharge,bleeding and the shedding of old skin

Insufficient iron results in weaken immunity, fatigue, dizziness and lack of required energy since conversion of blood sugar into energy would be altered. 

Below is a list of iron rich foods

Lean beef

Veal

Pork

Chicken meat

For lovers of seafoods, here are some iron rich creatures

shell fish

Mussel

And for veggies and fruit lovers, here are some super iron rich food 

Vegetables

• Greens, all kinds

 

Brussel sprout

• Tomatoes

Green beans

  

Lima Beans

• Tofu

• Beets

 Broccoli