Iron is being used for medical purposes since ancient times. It is an essential trace element
and its role in human life cannot be underestimated. Primary functions of iron in biology are …

It is well-known that deficiency or over exposure to various elements has noticeable effects
on human health. The effect of an element is determined by several characteristics …

Trace elements are inorganic constituents of the human body present in concentrations less
than 50 mg/kg body weight. An exception is iron that is found in slightly higher amounts, 60 …

Trace elements exist in the environment in small amounts but play an essential part in
sustaining various physiological and metabolic processes occurring within living tissues, as …

Iron (Fe) deficiency is considered as the most common nutritional deficiency. Iron deficiency
is usually associated with low Fe intake, blood loss, diseases, poor absorption …

This paper is an overview on iron metabolism, iron toxicity and therapeutics against this
toxicity. The attention has been focused on: i) the solubilization of iron by living organisms; ii) …

Iron is a microelement with the most completely studied biological functions. Its wide
dissemination in nature and involvement in key metabolic pathways determine the great …

Iron is a redox active metal which is abundant in the Earth's crust. It has played a key role in
the evolution of living systems and as such is an essential element in a wide range of …

Iron has an essential physiologic role, as it is involved in oxygen transportation and energy
formation. The body cannot synthesize iron and must acquire it. Food is the only natural …

The dietary requirement for an essential trace element is an intake level which meets a
specified criterion for adequacy and thereby minimizes risk of nutrient deficiency or excess …