BIOMOLECULES AND ENZYMES

Detailed explanation-1: -Iron deficiency is more likely in women of reproductive age because of menstrual blood loss. However, extremes of blood loss such as regular blood donation, diets of low bioavailability and the challenges of pregnancy all markedly increase the risk of iron deficiency.

Detailed explanation-2: -Many people are at risk for anemia because of poor diet, intestinal disorders, chronic diseases, infections, and other conditions. Women who are menstruating or pregnant and people with chronic medical conditions are most at risk for this disease. The risk of anemia increases as people grow older.

Detailed explanation-3: -Women are more affected by iron deficiency anaemia than men because they lose iron during their periods and need more when pregnant or breastfeeding. In the UK, one in four women becomes anaemic in pregnancy. In low-income countries, it’s one in two.