Once in the bloodstream, Fe 2+ is oxidized by ferroxidases (such as ceruloplasmin [Cp] and hephaestin), enabling Fe 3+ to bind to its transporter, transferrin (Trf), which transports iron throughout the body (25, 26)
Nausea is most common and typically occurs when starting on the medication and increasing dosage, but Levy says that this is short-term and can be combated typically with lifestyle techniques and, for some people, anti-nausea medication
In addition, it aids in tissue repair and building, enhances the immune system, improves anticancer ability (1), neutralizes free radicals, and possesses anti-aging properties
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