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The lowdown on iron

Article Abstract:

There is confusion over the need for iron in the diet. However, for most active women there is a definite need, as statistics show that as many as 80% of the women who exercise are iron-deficient. The benefits of dietary iron and its sources are discussed.

Author: Somer, Elizabeth
Publisher: Weider Publications LLC
Publication Name: Shape
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0744-5121
Year: 1993
Health aspects, Column, Food, Iron in the body, Iron (Nutrient)

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Headlines on the hot seat

Article Abstract:

Many news stories on nutrition and health can be misleading and should not be relied upon. News articles about fat genes, cancer factors of beta carotene, the safety of fat substitutes, links between iron and heart disease, and other topics are analyzed.

Author: Somer, Elizabeth
Publisher: Weider Publications LLC
Publication Name: Shape
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0744-5121
Year: 1996
Public health, Media coverage

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Diets are for dummies

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Research indicates that some diets, especially so-called fad diets, can poorly effect one's mental faculties. Short-term memory, attention span and concentration can be effected. The factors causing this and ways to diet safely are described.

Author: Somer, Elizabeth
Publisher: Weider Publications LLC
Publication Name: Shape
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0744-5121
Year: 1996
Psychological aspects, Reducing diets, Low-calorie diet, Low calorie diet, Dieters

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