Iron Overload Destroys Mitochondria and Sabotages Health

It's an essential ingredient for your health, but according to recent research, a buildup can damage mitochondrial function and even damage your heart.

STORY AT-A-GLANCE

• Iron is essential for life as it transfers oxygen to your tissues. Hemoglobin, the protein in your red blood cells, contains iron at its core, which reversibly binds to oxygen and supplies your tissues with it

• Without proper oxygenation, your cells quickly start dying. However, excess iron can also cause severe problems by encouraging ox…