10 Essential Vitamins And Minerals For Middle-aged Women

6. Iron

Iron transports oxygen throughout the body and aids in cell growth. Too little iron can lead to fatigue and decreased immunity. Women who still get their menstrual cycle need 18 milligrams of iron per day. Women who no longer have a menstrual cycle only need 8 milligrams of iron daily.

Good sources of iron: red meat, liver, dried fruits, nuts.