Across
- 1. What is the process by which iron is taken up from the intestine into the blood?
- 4. What protein transports iron in the blood?
- 5. What condition occurs due to low hemoglobin levels in the blood?
- 6. Which mineral deficiency causes iron deficiency anemia?
- 8. Which vitamin helps increase iron absorption in the body?
- 9. Which food group including beans and lentils is a plant source of iron?
Down
- 2. Which green leafy vegetable is a good source of dietary iron?
- 3. Which citrus fruit helps improve iron absorption when eaten with meals?
- 4. What substance in tea and coffee reduces iron absorption?
- 7. Which organ meat is very rich in iron?