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Iron deficiency anemia

Iron deficiency anemia

Iron deficiency anemia is the most common type of anemia in the world. However, the iron absorption rate is low in human. There are only 5-10% of dietary iron is absorbed.

In this video, Prof. Chang will explain the importance of iron in human body. Then she will talk about how to prevent the iron deficiency anemia through foods.

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Nutrition and Disease Prevention

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