EXPERIENCING CHRONIC FATIGUE? IT MAY BE IRON DEFICIENCY

In today's era, our lifestyles have become busier than we would care to! We are always on the go and trying to juggle a dozen things at once and thus 'Tired all the time' is a popular complaint. Well, feeling tired after a long and busy day is typical and most of us also know what it is like to be tired, especially when we have a cold, flu or some other viral infection. But when you suffer from a constant lack of energy and ongoing fatigue, it may be time to check with your doctor.

Why Does Iron Deficiency Make You Tired?

Feeling very tired is one of the most common symptoms of iron deficiency, affecting more than half of those who are deficient.

This happens because your body needs iron to make a protein called hemoglobin, which is found in red blood cells. Hemoglobin helps carry oxygen around the body. When your body does not have enough hemoglobin, less oxygen reaches your tissues and muscles, depriving them of energy. In addition, your heart must work harder to move more oxygen-rich blood around your body, which can make you tired.

Since tiredness is often considered a normal part of a busy, modern life, it is difficult to diagnose iron deficiency with this symptom alone.

How Do I Know If Iron Deficiency Is Making Me Tired?

Chronic fatigue could be the cause of other underlying conditions (thyroid problems, diabetes, depressions, etc.). If you are feeling tired all the time and suspect that it could be iron deficiency, it's a good idea to consider any other symptoms you may be experiencing. Feeling cranky, difficulty concentrating or poor productivity at work, are the three most common symptoms that point to iron deficiency.

Get More Iron to Cope with Iron Deficiency

Adding more iron to your diet can help combat chronic fatigue along with other iron deficiency symptoms, getting more hemoglobin and oxygen flowing efficiently throughout your body to help regain your energy and wellbeing.

· Eat foods with iron. Good sources of iron include lean meat and chicken, dark, leafy vegetables, and beans.

· Eat and drink foods that help your body absorb iron, like orange juice, strawberries, broccoli, or other fruits and vegetables with vitamin C.

· Avoid drinking coffee or tea with meals. These drinks make it harder for your body to absorb iron.

· Talk to your doctor if you take calcium pills. Calcium can make it harder for your body to absorb iron. If you have a hard time getting enough iron, talk to your doctor about the best way to get enough iron as well as calcium e.g. separating both the pills by a few hours.

Finally, since iron deficiency can be caused by more than simply not getting enough dietary iron, a visit to the doctor can rule out any underlying causes. It is always better to be safe than sorry, so talk to your doctor about your symptoms to take appropriate action.

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