Are You Iron Deficient?Iron deficiency anemia is a condition in which blood lacks adequate healthy red blood cells. Red blood cells carry oxygen to the body's tissue. However, without enough iron, your body can't produce enough hemoglobin in red blood cells that enables them to carry oxygen. As a result, symptoms may be:
Initially, iron deficiency anemia can be so mild that it goes unnoticed. But as the body becomes more deficient in iron and anemia worsens, more signs and symptoms may appear. There are also several populations at higher risk of iron deficiency anemia such as:
What You Can DoThe best way to reduce your risk of iron deficiency anemia is choosing iron-rich foods. Your body absorbs more iron from meat than it does other sources. Additionally, be sure to choose food containing vitamin C to enhance iron absorption. Some foods are:
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