Nutritional Biochemistry: Case Study of Vitamin D and Iron Deficiency
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This report examines the metabolic processes, storage, and absorption of essential nutrients, specifically iron and Vitamin D, in relation to Liz's case. Liz exhibits symptoms of Vitamin D deficiency, including fatigue and muscle pain, linked to inadequate hepatic and renal conversion of vitamin D due to a lack of magnesium-rich foods in her diet. This deficiency increases her risk of myocardial infarction and osteoporosis. She also shows signs of iron deficiency anemia, exacerbated by a lack of vitamin C-rich foods that enhance iron uptake. Dietary interventions for Liz, a vegetarian, involve incorporating green leafy vegetables, beans, legumes, whole grains, and vitamin C-rich fruits and vegetables. Chickpeas are recommended due to their high iron, magnesium, calcium, and vitamin C content. Sunlight exposure and consumption of calcium-rich dairy products, magnesium-rich foods, and vitamin D supplements are also advised to improve her vitamin D status and alleviate calcium deficiency risk. Addressing both iron and vitamin D deficiencies through combined dietary interventions is crucial for managing her health.
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