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8 Vegetarian Sources of Iron
Feeling sleepy and rundown lately? You may not be getting enough iron. A woman needs 18 milligrams a day.
Eye on Iron: Cast Iron Skillet
Due to our complex biology and Aunt Ruby's monthly visit, women need more iron than men. Adult women should aim for 18 milligrams of iron a day, and an easy way to boost your iron intake is to cook with a
Where Do You Iron?
I iron in the kitchen because there happens to be a fold-out ironing board closet there. But, if I had my way, I'd iron in my bedroom . .
Calcium, Iron, and Fiber — Oh My!
We eat for our health and to feed our our bones, blood, and bowels, but some nutrients just don't play well with others. Take calcium and iron for instance. Calcium can reduce your ability to absorb iron by as much as 50 percent.
Have You Ever Burned Clothes While Ironing?
I have . . .
Do You Iron Your Table Settings?
I don't always iron my clothing, but you can bet that if you have dinner at my house, the tablecloths, placemats, and napkins will be wrinkle-free. There's just something about a well-set table that makes me smile.
Do You Iron Your Table Settings?
How to Get Your Daily Iron
Getting enough iron is necessary for your overall health. Our bodies need iron to make hemoglobin, a substance in red blood cells that enables them to carry oxygen. If your cells aren't getting oxygen, then you'll experience dizziness, fatigue, pale skin, low energy, and frequent headaches.
The Connection Between: Beets, Red Urine, and Iron
Have you ever gone to the ladies room and were alarmed at what you saw? Red urine?! No reason to panic just yet.
Are You Getting Enough Iron?
Have you been feeling sleepy, run down, dizzy, or low in energy? Are you feeling short of breath or having a hard time focusing at work? Have you noticed that your skin is pale, or you often have headaches?
Casa Quickie: Speed Ironing
Of all the household chores on my plate, I've always had a strange affection for ironing. I could iron for hours on end with the nightly news going in front of me, kicking every crease and fold to the curb, with no complaints. But, I don't like to iron when I'm in a rush, because I'll undoubtedly burn something (myself included), and I don't get a chance to fully execute my ironing perfection.
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