Question

Which of the following is not usually a factor that puts an athlete at higher risk for developing iron-deficiency anemia?

a)being vegitarian

b) drinking orange jusice when consuming iron-rich foods

c)practicing an endurance sport

d)lipid balance ratio

e)being female

Answer 1

b) drinking orange jusice when consuming iron-rich foods

To get the most benefit from iron containing food, orange juice (ascorbic acid) need to be taken along with food.

a)being vegitarian are at higher risk of iron deficiency than meat eaters

c)practicing an endurance sport : Excessive physical exercise may cause iron deficiency anemia(IDA)

d)lipid balance ratio: IDA is attended by decreased serum concentrations of total cholesterol and triglycerides  

e)being female : Heavy menstruation or increased demand during multiple pregnancies are common predictors for anemic risk.