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Iron is a trace mineral.
The average body contains 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of iron.
Athletic Performance: Many female athletes have marginal intakes of iron, which might interfere with exercise performance; iron supplementation in such individuals might improve performance for endurance-type exercise.
Brain Function: Iron supplementation in infants, children, and teenagers who are iron deficient improves learning ability and memory.