Pumping Iron: Iron Deficiency in Pregnancy
No, we’re not talking about weightlifting, rather, we are talking about the mineral iron.
What is iron and why is it important?
Iron is a mineral that plays an important role in the formation of red blood cells. Red blood cells are responsible for transporting oxygen throughout our body.
What contributes to low iron in pregnancy?
During pregnancy, a woman’s blood volume increases by 20-30%. As blood volume increases, so does the production of red blood cells and this results in an increased demand for iron.