Which of the following best characterizes the role of iron in exercise?
A)Low serum ferritin levels can have a detrimental effect on exercise performance.
B)Exercise performance is affected only in cases of severe iron deficiency anemia.
C)Mild iron deficiency has no detrimental effects.
D)Iron plays no significant role in muscle activity.

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As adequate iron is necessary for oxygen transport in both blood and muscle as well as in the production of ATP, low serum ferritin levels of iron can limit aerobic endurance and the capacity for work.Iron is also lost through sweat.Iron supplementation may help improve iron stores, but no evidence is available regarding the impact of iron supplementation on improving performance.

Which of the Following Best Characterizes the Role of Iron