THINGS TO KNOW: NUTRITIONAL DEFICIENCY

                             

Iron deficiency is the most common and widespread nutritional disorder in the world.
However, the experts provide a roundup of seven signs you may have an iron deficiency plus four lifestyle choices that can rob you of iron are listed below:
1. You're exhausted:
Iron is essential for moving oxygen around the body, so one of the first signs of iron deficiency is constant tiredness. Having normal iron levels is important for the the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
2. Cold hands or feet:
Believe it or not, cold hands and feet could be a sign of an iron deficiency as iron is needed by the body to generate heat.



                          

                                                                                              

                             

3. You're pale:
Iron deficiency see's red blood cell levels decline which can result in a visibly paler complexion. If your face, toes, fingertips, inside of your lips, your gums, and the inside of your bottom eyelids are less red than usual, low iron may be to blame.
4. You've got dry, brittle nails:
Iron is necessary for healthy nail tissue growth. If you have noticed that your nails have ridges running down the length of them, or that they break or crack easily, it may be a sign that your iron levels are low.
5. Your tongue looks weird:
If your tongue appears pale or smooth, it could be to lack of haemoglobin in the bloodstream which is a result of low iron levels.
6. You get short of breath easily:
Do you find that you are out of breath after climbing a flight of stairs or doing a low-key workout? Iron deficiency could be to blame.
7. You're losing your hair:
Iron is one of the most important minerals for your hair and so if you find your barnet is looking a little lacklustre, or you notice you are losing more hair than usual.
Also here are 4 lifestyle choices that can rob you of iron...
1. You regularly give blood:
Blood donation removes iron from the body and may cause or contribute to low iron levels. Ensuring that your diet contains foods rich in iron – such as meat and/or green leafy vegetables.
2. You exercise regularly:
During exercise, your body uses extra iron to help deliver oxygen around the body. If you exercise vigorously you may need up to 30 per cent more daily iron than non-exercisers.
3. You drink a lot of tea:
Research has shown that tea and coffee consumption may reduce iron absorption. Avoid drinking tea just before, after or with meals as this may reduce the absorption of iron from foods.
4. You're vegetarian:
The body absorbs iron that comes from meat, poultry, and fish two to three times more efficiently than iron from plant based food. For this reason, people who follow a vegetarian diet are more likely to be deficient in iron.
Finally,maintaining a diet rich in iron is also recommended and for those with iron deficiency, taking an iron supplement may be needed to boost iron levels to a healthy level for a happier life-span.