Iron helps your blood carry oxygen around your body, and it plays a part in energy production and immune function. When iron intake is too low, you can end up with iron deficiency, which may cause tiredness, pale skin, breathlessness and difficulty concentrating. Iron deficiency is one of the most…
Nutrition
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Your digestive system does far more than process food. It is home to trillions of microorganisms, collectively called the gut microbiome, that help break down food, produce certain vitamins and interact with your immune system. Researchers are also exploring links between the gut and mood, though that science is still…
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Vitamin C is one of those nutrients everyone has heard of but few people can say much about. It helps your body make collagen, supports normal immune function, helps wound healing, and boosts the absorption of iron from plant foods. Unlike most animals, humans cannot make vitamin C, so we…
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Protein helps your body build and repair tissue, make enzymes and hormones, and maintain muscle. It also tends to keep you feeling full for longer than carbohydrate or fat alone, which is one reason people search for high-protein foods. The good news is that you can find protein in a…