Hematology/Haematology - Anemia/Anaemia: Iron Deficiency

Pathway Contributor: Sara Nagy

Contributions:

• What is the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL) for iron and why?  

  Role:

• Should iron-deficient individuals be screened for gastrointestinal disease?  

  Role:

• What is the impact of calcium or dairy product intake on non-heme iron absorption and is there an effect on iron status among healthy adults?  

  Role:

• What is the impact of tea and coffee consumption on non-heme iron absorption and is there an effect on iron status among healthy adults?  

  Role:

• What foods/nutrients facilitate iron absorption and improve iron status?  

  Role:

• What foods and nutrients decrease iron absorption and inhibit iron status?  

  Role:

• What dietary strategies can support the treatment of iron deficiency in non-pregnant adults?  

  Role:

• What type and dose of iron supplement is recommended for the treatment of iron deficiency in non-pregnant adults?  

  Role:

• What dietary or supplementation strategies can help prevent or treat iron deficiency among regular blood donors?  

  Role:

View all Pathway Contributors