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=== Summary ===
 
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<-- Summarize in a way similar to [[Choline]]. Some assertions about choline may not apply to iron, so be factual as always-->
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Studies show that vegans are no more at risk of iron deficiency than meat-eaters, and may even have higher iron levels. Furthermore, heme iron (the type found in meat) has been linked to chronic diseases such as heart disease and lung cancer, as shown below. In contrast, non-heme iron is not linked to any diseases.
  
 
=== Context ===
 
=== Context ===

Revision as of 03:25, 7 February 2020

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Fact Sheet

Summary

<-- Summarize in a way similar to Choline. Some assertions about choline may not apply to iron, so be factual as always-->

Studies show that vegans are no more at risk of iron deficiency than meat-eaters, and may even have higher iron levels. Furthermore, heme iron (the type found in meat) has been linked to chronic diseases such as heart disease and lung cancer, as shown below. In contrast, non-heme iron is not linked to any diseases.

Context

<-- why the concern? -->

Evidence

<-- research and expert testimonials showing that plant-based diets are sufficient, and that heme-iron has risks, and addressing the increased risk of iron deficiency for vegans (is it true? It might be.) -->

Conflicting Claims

<-- major sources of conflicting claims and why they are false or dubious -->

Dietary Guidelines

<-- summarize guidelines. should we supplement, if so when? are supplements dangerous?

Sources of Iron

<-- foods, supplements -->

See Also

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This fact sheet was originally authored by ??? with contributions by Greg Fuller. The contents may have been edited since that time by others.