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Iron and the athlete.

Natalie A Suedekum1, Robert J Dimeff

  • 1Orthopedic Department, Sports Health, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, 9500 Euclid Avenue, A-41, Cleveland, OH 44195, USA. suedekn@ccf.org

Current Sports Medicine Reports
|July 12, 2005
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Iron deficiency, even without anemia, can negatively impact athletic performance. Female athletes are more susceptible to this condition, which can stem from various physiological and exercise-related factors.

Area of Science:

  • Sports Medicine
  • Human Physiology
  • Nutritional Science

Background:

  • Iron is a vital mineral for numerous biological pathways.
  • Iron deficiency can manifest in athletes, leading to symptoms from fatigue to severe performance impairment.
  • Iron deficiency without anemia is a recognized concern for athletic capabilities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the causes and implications of iron deficiency in athletes.
  • To highlight the impact of iron deficiency on athletic performance.
  • To identify risk factors and prevalence differences between male and female athletes.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies on iron metabolism and athletic performance.
  • Analysis of factors contributing to iron loss in athletes.

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  • Comparison of iron deficiency incidence in different athletic populations.

    • Main Results:

    • Iron deficiency, with or without anemia, can impair athletic performance.
    • Multiple factors contribute to iron deficiency, including dietary intake, menstrual losses, and exercise-induced losses (hemolysis, sweat, gastrointestinal).
    • Female athletes exhibit a higher incidence of iron deficiency compared to male athletes.

    Conclusions:

    • Iron deficiency is a significant concern in athletes, impacting performance.
    • Understanding the diverse causes of iron deficiency is crucial for prevention and management.
    • Targeted strategies are needed, particularly for female athletes, to address iron deficiency.