What causes iron deficiency anemia in women?

The phenomenon of female anemia is actually very common in our lives. It often indicates that there may be some problems with the body. It is best to go to the hospital for a check-up. It is very good for female friends to eat some red dates when they have mild anemia. They can also be eaten with peanuts. You can cook porridge with red dates, peanuts and coix seeds. Just eat a small bowl a day. Some friends don’t know the cause of anemia, so here is a brief introduction.

Iron deficiency anemia is the most common type of anemia. Iron deficiency leads to insufficient synthesis of hemoglobin (Hb), the function of which is to bind oxygen from the air and transport it throughout the body. Insufficient hemoglobin concentration in the blood causes hypoxia in the body and leads to anemia symptoms such as poor complexion, dizziness, fatigue, decreased physical strength, and low immunity. In China, iron deficiency anemia is still one of the most common nutritional deficiencies, especially among adult women, with a higher prevalence rate than men by 1 times or more.

Women generally eat less than men, but their iron requirements are greater than men, so they are more susceptible to iron deficiency. According to the reference intakes (DRIs) released by the Chinese Nutrition Society in 2000, adult women are recommended to consume 2100 kcal of energy (2400 kcal for men) and 20 mg of iron (15 mg for men) per day. The recommended energy intake for women is less than that for men (they eat less), but the recommended iron intake is more than that for men. This paradox is difficult to resolve: it is difficult to consume more iron while eating less food.

Through the above introduction, I believe friends already know the causes of anemia. Female friends with anemia must pay attention to iron supplementation. Pork liver is very rich in iron, and eating pork liver with spinach has certain therapeutic value for anemia. In addition, stewing black-bone chicken or stewing old hen can also supplement iron, and eating chicken can also make women's skin smoother and more elastic.