Do you have low Iron?
Do you experience any of the following? These are all tell-tale signs you may need an iron assessment:
- Dizziness;
- Allergies;
- Frequent colds or flu;
- Headaches;
- Paleness on the inside of lower eyelids;
- Restless legs; and/or
- Dry and damaged hair or skin.
The following groups of people more at risk of developing low iron levels.
Pregnant/menstruating women;Teenagers; Vegetarians and vegans; Athletes; and/or the elderly.
Your diet should always be the first place you obtain iron. Animal sources of iron (also known as haem iron) include beef, chicken, fish, kangaroo, lamb, sardines, and turkey.
Nevertheless, ensure you also incorporate plenty of vegetarian iron-rich (non-haem iron) foods, such as dark leafy greens, (spinach, kale), chia seeds, eggs, lentils, and molasses. However, even if your diet contains many of these foods, if you experience any digestive discomfort, such as bloating, constipation or diarrhoea, then gut function may be affecting your ability to absorb all of your nutrients, including iron.
If this is you, it’s time to heal your digestive system to optimise your health and energy.
Iron also requires the following nutrients for absorption:
- Vitamin C
- B vitamins
- Vitamin D
