Iron Deficiency
Balancing the supply and demand for iron in your body is important to maintain good health. The supply and demand for iron in your body can become unbalanced for a number of reasons and this can lead to iron deficiency.
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Women’s Health
As a woman there are times when you are more at risk of not having enough iron (during periods) or when you might need extra iron, such as during pregnancy and after giving birth. So, whatever stage of life you are in, iron should be an important part of it.
Chronic Heart Failure
About 50% of heart failure patients have some form of iron deficiency, with and without anaemia.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
If you have IBD of any kind, you are at risk of iron deficiency. Approximately 36%–76% of people with IBD experience iron deficiency anaemia.
Chronic Kidney Disease
If you have been diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, commonly known as CKD, your chances of having anaemia increase. Iron deficiency could be playing a role in this anaemia.
Talk to your doctor
If you have been feeling fatigued or have any other signs of iron deficiency such as paleness, dizziness or a racing heart, you may want to speak to your doctor.
Raise Awareness
We want to build awareness of Iron Deficiency and Iron Deficiency anaemia so people can understand why iron is so important and what can happen if we are not getting enough, by recognizing the symptoms and taking action.
