Sufficient Iron levels during pregnancy are so important…
A pregnant woman’s body has an increased need for iron during pregnancy. Iron is a major component to hemoglobin which is your blood protein that is responsible for transporting oxygen throughout the body via the blood and to the placenta. Since iron is a metal, it is imperative that there is balance of it in the body. Too much iron can be toxic, while too little iron can cause fatigue or anemia. [Read more…]