Drinking too much milk at this stage and not eating enough protein - rich food like meat and fish can put them at risk of an iron deficiency. (bounty.com)
Women are generally at greater risk of iron deficiency as a result of menstrual losses and consuming less food than men. (womenshealthandfitness.com.au)
Female athletes are at a particularly high risk of iron deficiency irrespective of the type or intensity of exercise. (womenshealthandfitness.com.au)