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Episode 10: Dietary Iron for children - what every mum needs to know.

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Dietary Iron for children - what every mum needs to know. Karina Savage | 12 Dec 2023

Episode 10: Dietary Iron for children - what every mum needs to know

Iron Deficiency is a global concern -impacting an alarming 293 million preschool children globally, with 50% of anemia cases attributed to it. Surprisingly, in Australia, 20% of young children aren't getting enough iron in their daily diets. The World Health Organization flags iron deficiency anemia as the most common nutritional shortfall, affecting a staggering 30% of the world's population.

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Highlights:

Introduction (00:00.078)

  • Iron Deficiency: A Global Concern (00:29.742)

  • Improving Children's Iron Intake (02:57.902)

  • Iron Deficiency Anaemia in Children (05:24.654)

  • Children who don't eat meat (09:33.518)

  • Iron Absorption in Children (12:00.814)

  • Boosting Child's Dietary Iron Intake (16:43.982)

  • Reorienting Iron Feeding for Children (19:02.094)

  • Iron Supplementation for Children (21:04.622)

  • Tips and Tricks (23:27.662)

Show Notes

Iron Deficiency is a global concern -impacting an alarming 293 million preschool children globally, with 50% of anemia cases attributed to it. Surprisingly, in Australia, 20% of young children aren't getting enough iron in their daily diets. The World Health Organization flags iron deficiency anemia as the most common nutritional shortfall, affecting a staggering 30% of the world's population.

Join me in this episode as we:

1.   Uncover the Significance of Iron  : We'll unravel why iron is so crucial, playing a key role in brain development, oxygen transport, and energy metabolism.

2.   Dive into types of Dietary Iron  : Let's break down the difference between haeme iron from animal sources and non-haeme iron from plant foods, offering insights for parents navigating their children's nutrition.

3.   Navigate Factors Influencing Iron Deficiency in Children  : We'll discuss the challenges children face, from introducing solids to dealing with excess milk consumption or following specific diets.

4.   Identify Iron Deficiency Symptoms  : Learn to recognise physical signs in your little one that might indicate iron deficiency.

5.   Equip Yourself with Strategies to Boost Iron Intake  : Discover practical tips and creative hacks to enhance your child's dietary iron intake, addressing common challenges faced by parents.

As a mum and a paediatric dietitian, I get the struggles parents go through to ensure their children get the right nutrition. Iron deficiency can be daunting, but this episode aims to empower you with knowledge and strategies to safeguard your child's health.

So, if you're keen to equip yourself with actionable insights to improve your child's iron intake and reduce the risk of iron deficiency, listen in now. Don't forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review – your support helps us reach more families. Until next time, take care!

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