Tired of Being Tired? ~ Iron FYI
Updated: Oct 17, 2019
I've experienced anemia before. My red flag(s) to let me know when I am lacking iron is dizziness and fatigue. Low energy is not a common thing for me, so it's one of my clear signs. I try to consume rich iron sources, but I am not a big meat eater. Therefore, protein bars, greens, and beans (including hummus) are my main sources.
FYI on Iron:
-Iron is a mineral, and its main purpose is to carry oxygen in the hemoglobin of red blood cells throughout the body so cells can produce energy. Did you catch that? ENERGY. Low iron, low energy.
- When the body's iron stores become so low that not enough normal red blood cells can be made to carry oxygen efficiently, a condition known as iron deficiency anemia develops.
When levels of iron are low, symptoms may include:
Fatigue
Weakness
Difficulty maintaining body temperature
Pale skin and fingernails
Dizziness
Headache
Please continue reading to get a snap-shot of iron's importance, as well as top food sources, supplements, and other helpful resources.
* A simple blood test can check your iron levels, by measuring several substances in the blood. To learn more, such as normal ranges and recommended amounts of iron: https://draxe.com/nutrition/vitamins/iron-deficiency/ https://labtestsonline.org/tests/iron-tests
Top Food Sources:
Lentils
Kidney beans
Duck
Sardines
Lamb
Blackstrap molasses
Pumpkin Seeds
Suggested Iron Supplements:
Dr. Axe Ancient Nutrients- Iron https://store.draxe.com/products/ancient-nutrients-iron
Floradix Iron + Herbs (liquid) https://bit.ly/33BvwcT
Garden of Life's Raw Iron https://bit.ly/31jxDjT
Enzymatic Therapy Ultimate Iron (for Women) https://bit.ly/2BhWpX1
Are you tired of being tired? Get some blood work done!
* Side Note: B Vitamins deficiency and Vitamin D deficiency can also mimic some of the same symptoms as anemia/iron deficiency.
In Grace~
Cara