What is true about the iron status of athletes?
a) Iron deficiency anemia is the same thing as sports anemia.
b) Reduced iron stores are uncommon in athletes.
c) Foot strike hemolysis is a major cause of anemia in runners.
d) Exercise may increase the need for iron.
Ans: d) Exercise may increase the need for iron.
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