Iron Intake By Age Sex
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Iron target (mg/day)
18

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Iron target (mg/day)
18

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Iron target (mg/day)18

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Iron target (mg/day)
18

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Formula

NIH RDA: 8 mg/day (men 19+, women 51+); 18 mg/day (women 19-50); 11 mg/day (males 14-18)

= 18

Note

Simplified nutrition model using standard reference constants (protein and carbohydrate 4 kcal/g, fat 9 kcal/g, alcohol 7 kcal/g, 1 kg of body fat about 7700 kcal, salt to sodium factor 0.393). Real energy needs and body composition changes vary between individuals. This is not medical, dietetic or nutritional advice; consult a qualified health professional before changing your diet.

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