Weight Loss and Health Care

Men and women have some different biological needs. Therefore, our diet should take into account these differences. There are certain health problems are most frequent in women and men. Women, for example, are more prone to breast cancer and osteoporosis. Men, on the other hand, tend to develop prostate problems. Understanding then three nutritional differences between men and women.

Iron: This mineral is vital for health. If we suffer iron deficiency anemia. This is characterized by fatigue, inhibition of memory and poor concentration. The mensutruación causes some women have a low level of iron in their blood. Therefore, it is advisable to increase the consumption of green leafy vegetables like spinach.

Although anemia can also occur among men tends to be less frequent. Until about 15 years for men and women need the same amount of iron. During adulthood, however, women need 15 to 18 milligrams of iron per day while men about 8 to 11 milligrams. Also, bear in mind that during pregnancy women need almost twice as much iron (over 28 milligrams for normal fetal development.)

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