Iron, folate and vitamin B12 status of an elderly South African population

Article Abstract:

A study of elderly, low-income South Africans with mixed ancestry confirms that anaemia among the elderly results from deficient haemapoeitic nutrients such as iron, folate and vitamin B12. Results of the study reflect iron deficiency anaemia to be more prominent than folate and vitamin B12 deficiency anaemias. The inclusion of foods high in iron, folate and vitamin B12 in the diets of the elderly is highly recommended to avoid anaemias in the over 65 age group. Excessive alcohol intake as contributory to anemia in elderly men has yet to be proven.

Aged, Elderly, Anemia, Causes of, Physiological aspects, South Africans, Iron, Iron (Metal), Vitamin B12

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Vitamin A, folate and iron concentrations in cord and maternal blood of intra-uterine growth retarded and appropriate birth weight babies

Article Abstract:

It has long been been believed that intra-uterine growth retardation is caused by micronutrient deficiency in mothers. The few studies on the relationship between low vitamin A levels in cord blood and abnormal growth of the fetus have concluded that there is a correlation between cord and maternal blood in cases of significant maternal vitamin A deficiency. Low levels of vitamin A, folate and iron as risk factors for intra-uterine growth retardation are assessed.

Research, Birth weight, Low, Low birth weight, Fetal growth retardation

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Coffee consumption and intrauterine growth retardation in Brazil

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A study was conducted on the association between coffee consumption in pregnancy and fetal growth. A retrospective unmatched case-control design was used. The results indicate that intrauterine growth retardation increases the risk of perinatal and neonatal morbidity and mortality. The results also suggest that moderation in the consumption of coffee should be exercised during pregnancy.

Coffee (Beverage), Growth, Coffee, Pregnancy, Fetal development

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