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Iron

What is the daily requirement for Iron? The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for Iron varies by age and gender, but generally, adult men require 8 mg and adult women require 18 mg daily.

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Why do you need Iron? Getting enough Iron is essential because it naturally necessary for oxygen transport in the blood..

Iron at a Glance

  • Primary Role: Necessary for oxygen transport in the blood.
  • Classification: Mineral
  • Measurement Unit: mg

Type: Mineral

Males

Age Group RDA
9–13 years 8 mg
14–18 years 11 mg
19–30 years 8 mg
31–50 years 8 mg
50+ years 8 mg

Females

Age Group RDA
9–13 years 8 mg
14–18 years 15 mg
19–30 years 18 mg
31–50 years 18 mg
50+ years 8 mg
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