Role of underutilized crops for combating iron deficiency in Indian population

  • 24/07/2012

  • Current Science

Iron is an important micronutrient essential for production of red blood cells (RBCs). It is a vital component of haemoglobin that carries oxygen from the lungs to all parts of the body. Iron has an imperative role to play in the human body. It enables physical and mental growth and production of enzymes during recovery from illness or after strenuous exercise. A number of complications occur due to insufficient iron in the body.