Why Iron?

Even before pregnancy iron is a vital element needed in the human body. A majority of iron is found in a protein of red blood cells, called hemoglobin, which help to carry oxygen to other tissues. It is also found in myoglobin, a protein that helps carry oxygen to muscles as well as collagen, or proteins found in bone, cartilage, and connective tissues. Iron can be found in multiple enzymes and helps to maintain a healthy immune system.
                                             
During pregnancy the need for iron is even more crucial.You need extra iron for the growing baby's placenta which is especially needed during the second and third trimesters. Many women usually need a high intake of iron when they first find out they are pregnant because they may have insufficient stores of iron to begin with.