Alternative Names
Diet – iron
Definition of Iron in diet
Iron is a mineral found in every cell of the body. Iron is considered an essential mineral because it is needed to make part of blood cells.
Review
Linda Vorvick, MD, Family Physician, Seattle Site Coordinator, Lecturer, Pathophysiology, MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc. – 3/9/2009








