Iron is an important nutrient responsible for the production of hemoglobin. Hemoglobin transports oxygen through the bloodstream via red blood cells.  This allows for regular organ functions and physical activity. Iron deficiency lowers the production of hemoglobin which in turn transports less oxygen to the bloodstream. B12 and Iron deficiency cause anemia, which can be mild, moderate, or even severe. Mild to moderate anemia may not require hospitalization, but they do disrupt your life by causing fatigue. This leads many to wonder how they can raise iron levels quickly. Understanding Ir ..read more

“Why are you looking so pale?” – are you tired of being asked this question by whoever you meet these days? It’s time for you to go for a hemoglobin test. The one major reason behind noticeable paleness can be poor absorption of iron by your body. But worry not! It’s a common condition. Despite making all the healthy lifestyle choices, many people suffer from this disorder, which is known as iron deficiency anemia in medical parlance. If you’re diagnosed with this blood disorder, you will have to undergo proper treatment and need to be careful about your diet to get back to the normal conditio ..read more

Did you know that 33% of the world’s population suffers from anemia? In 50% of cases, the primary cause is iron deficiency. As you can understand from its name, this condition occurs when a person lacks the required amount of iron in his/her body. From low intake of iron-rich food items to blood loss through menstruation, various factors can cause this nutritional deficiency. The body’s inability to absorb iron is one of the major causes of this disorder. Iron Deficiency Develops Through Five Stages From mild to severe, the deficiency progresses step by step and not abruptly. Hence, if you are ..read more

Sportspersons, to us, are synonymous with health and vitality. They are the epitome of energy. On the other hand, iron deficiency, to laymen, is often the taxonomy for a person with poor physical health. Because of this perception, it’s difficult for us to put ‘iron deficiency’ and ‘athletes’ into the same bracket. Even though it’s hard to believe, sportspersons, especially runners, are more susceptible to this deficiency.  According to a study published in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 50 percent of female endurance athletes are deficient in iron, w ..read more