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Calcium and Iron Nutrition Through the Reproductive Life Course

Maternal Nutrition

29.10.2025

19 min read

Calcium and iron are vital nutrients throughout the reproductive life course, with heightened importance during adolescence, pregnancy, and lactation. Adequate intake through balanced diets, and targeted supplementation where needed, supports bone health, fetal development, and anemia-prevention. Population-specific guidance and further research are key to addressing deficiencies and optimizing health outcomes for women and their offspring.

Author(s): Kate Ward, Ann Prentice, Andrew Prentice