Hemochromatosis: Dangers of excess iron intake

Red meat is considered to be one of the best source of iron. It is widely consumed by those with anaemia or iron deficiency.

But, consuming red meat in excess can lead to organ poisoning. Excess iron can pull the plug on the heart, liver and pancreas. Iron overload in the body, is medically known as hemochromatosis. Read on to find out how excess levels of iron can cause severe damage to the body.

Fitness Nutritionist and Founder, Q-Slim Fitness Studio, Pallavi Srivastava explains this disorder. She begins by stating, "Dietary iron is present in two forms: heme and non heme. Heme iron is present in animal products like lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs, and even nuts. Iron found in plants is known as non heme iron such as spinach, lentils, beans, soybeans, fortified cereals and oatmeal."

She goes on to explain, "When you consume more iron than you need, it is known as iron overload. This iron is stored by the body in organs like your heart, pancreas and liver. Over time, too much of this stored iron may contribute to the development of type-2 diabetes, cancer, heart diseases and neurological disorders such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease and hemochromatosis."

Hemochromatosis is a hereditary disorder that is caused due to the storing of iron in the body. According to Hemochromatosis.org, 'Hemochromatosis is an iron disorder where the body simply loads too much iron. This action is genetic and the excess iron, if left untreated, can damage joints, organs, and can eventually be fatal. People with Hemochromatosis (too much iron) can absorb four times more iron than normal.'

Daily Recommended Iron Intake according to Nutritionist, Pallavi Srivastava:

For children ages 4-8, 10 mg

For children ages 9-13, 8 mg

For girls ages 14-18, 15 mg

For boys ages 14-18, 11mg

For women ages 19-50, 18 mg

For pregnant women ages 14-50, 27 mg

For lactating women ages 19-50, 9 mg

For men ages 19-50, 8 mg

For everyone over 51, 8 mg

Even if you are anaemic it is important to consume iron in the right dosage, and go easy on the red meat.

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