micronutrients Archives - Everyday Chocolate

October 19, 2022November 30, 2023 by Libby

Ways to Increase Iron Intake + Absorption

Today I thought I’d do a blog post discussing a bit about IRON. Iron is a common micronutrient deficiency in the populations I work with and it can take a little intentionality to be consuming adequate amounts of iron in your diet on a regular basis (and in ways that promote optimal absorption – more on that later).

In this post we will be thinking about:

- Why is iron important and who is at increased risk for iron-deficiency anemia (IDA)?
- What are common symptoms of iron-deficiency anemia?
- What are some ways I can increase both my iron intake and my ability to effectively absorb the iron I do consume?

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June 15, 2021September 12, 2023 by Libby

Understanding Anorexia: Zinc Deficiency

This is part of an ongoing series I am starting called “Understanding Anorexia.” These posts (which I will continue to do every now and then going forward) will focus on different physiological, nutritional, and psychological aspects of anorexia nervosa (AN). Today we will be talking about zinc deficiency! This is a major topic to be aware of you are experiencing AN, have a history of AN, or work with people with AN.

Zinc deficiency is one of the most common micronutrient deficiencies in those with AN. Given that zinc is involved in so many key physiological processes, it is vital for eating disorder treatment and recovery to ensure that your zinc levels are in a good place. In this post, we are going to cover several topics related to zinc including: