Investigating the relationship between iron deficiency and depressive symptoms in relation to the body compositions of students residing in the Western Cape
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Date
2022
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University of the Western Cape
Abstract
Iron deficiency is the consequence of a prolonged diminished iron balance, whereby iron stores
are no longer sufficient to meet the requirements of regular iron turnover. It is the most
ubiquitous single nutrient deficiency, accounting for most cases of anaemia globally. Iron
deficiency has been associated with cognitive impairments, including attention span,
intelligence, emotions, and behaviour. Subsequently, the association between iron deficiency
and depression was investigated.
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Magister Scientiae (Medical Bioscience) - MSc(MBS)
Keywords
Iron deficiency, Nutrient deficiency, Anaemia, Bioscience, Western Cape