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Published in Blood Weekly, June 24th, 2010

New research, 'Iron deficiency in women and its potential impact on military effectiveness,' is the subject of a report. According to recent research from the United States, "Iron deficiency is recognized as a significant health concern for women of childbearing age in the civilian population. In the military, most women are of childbearing age."

"Not only do they carry the normal risks for developing iron deficiency, but they also have the added threats of possible decreased choices of food high in iron content, increased physical activity, and weight loss. This can put these women at risk for decreased energy efficiency and impaired cognitive performance," wrote C....

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Source: Blood Weekly (2010-06-24)

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