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Why Is Iron Important for Pregnancy?

Iron can help prevent anaemia in women.

Iron can help prevent anaemia in women who naturally have lower iron. During pregnancy, iron levels should be checked through a blood test.

If blood’s iron levels are low, an iron supplement may be beneficial for the pregnant mother. The dosage varies from patient-to-patient, but usually, a pregnant woman should ingest 27 milligrams of iron per day, while a lactating woman should get 9 milligrams per day. 

Eating peanuts can help replenish iron, as long as the patient is not allergic to peanuts. Some breakfast cereals also have iron added to them.

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