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Sources & References

IronIQ is an educational platform. The information provided throughout the website is based on trusted public health organizations, evidence-based nutrition guidance, and reputable medical resources.

IronIQ is intended for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

Primary sources

  • World Health Organization (WHO)

    United Nations agency for international public health.

    Why we reference it: Global guidance on anemia, iron deficiency, and nutrition policy.

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  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

    U.S. national public health agency.

    Why we reference it: Population-level data and recommendations on iron and nutrition.

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  • National Institutes of Health (NIH)

    U.S. medical research agency.

    Why we reference it: Peer-reviewed research on iron metabolism and deficiency.

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  • NIH Office of Dietary Supplements

    Authoritative fact sheets on vitamins and minerals.

    Why we reference it: Reference values, food sources, and absorption guidance for iron.

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  • Mayo Clinic

    Nonprofit academic medical center.

    Why we reference it: Patient-friendly explanations of iron deficiency anemia and care.

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  • National Health Service (NHS)

    United Kingdom's publicly funded healthcare system.

    Why we reference it: Clear public-facing guidance on iron-rich diets and symptoms.

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  • American Society of Hematology

    Leading professional society for blood disorders.

    Why we reference it: Clinical perspective on anemia and iron-related conditions.

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  • Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health

    Public health research and education institution.

    Why we reference it: Evidence-based nutrition guidance through The Nutrition Source.

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Topics covered

These sources inform the content IronIQ provides across the following topics.

  • Iron Deficiency
  • Iron Absorption
  • Vitamin C
  • Iron-rich Foods
  • Healthy Nutrition
  • Anemia Awareness
  • Healthy Eating Habits
  • Nutrition Education

How IronIQ uses these sources

These resources were used to help develop the educational content, scoring guidance, and AI-generated explanations across IronIQ.

  • Assessment
  • Quick Assessment
  • Match IQ
  • Daily Match Challenge
  • Food Scanner
  • Rate My Meal
  • Academy Lessons
  • AI Educational Responses

Disclaimer

IronIQ is intended for educational purposes only. This platform does not diagnose medical conditions or replace advice from qualified healthcare professionals.

Educational only — This tool is for educational purposes only and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding medical concerns.