Nutritional needs are different for men and women

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With different body conditions of course they make nutritional needs of men and women are also differentTherefore, it is important to know the differences so that nutrition fulfills its role in each gender.

Here we will mention some differences regarding the nutritional needs of men and women.

1 Calcium

All the of are more susceptible to osteoporosis than men, for which a working woman should consume 1.500 grams of calcium every day, to which should be added regular exercise, advise nutritionists.

While men only need 800 grams of calcium per daySince too much calcium in men can cause prostate cancer.

To incorporate natural calcium it is advisable for the body to eat yeast products, Sesame seeds white, cow's milk, soy milk for vegetarians, fish, shrimp, crab and lobster, all natural foods with a high content of the mineral.

2. Iron

Since women menstruate every month, they are more likely to suffer from anemia, therefore it is recommended that they consume 18 mg of iron per day before entering the menopause.

Meanwhile men should only consume 8 milligrams of iron per day and foods rich in the mineral can be obtained from green leafy vegetables such as spinach, legumes such as lentils, cow liver, otherwise consult your doctor for a prescription iron supplements.

3. Vitamin D

La vitamin D helps in the absorption of calcium and is very necessary for prevent osteoporosisTherefore, women should consume at least 50 milligrams of vitamin D every day, the best way to obtain it by taking direct sunlight at the recommended times of the day.

Vitamin D can also be obtained by consuming dairy products and seafood.

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