Oxygen is required by all cells in the body for the production of energy. Red blood cells carry oxygen to the cells via a molecule called haemoglobin. The central atom of haemoglobin is iron. Any shortage of iron in the body therefore strongly affects the production of energy in the body. It follows then that low iron levels are linked to fatigue, tiredness, fainting and poor immunity.

Iron is recycled in the body. As a red blood cell dies, it is broken down and the iron is used again in the formation of a new blood cell. For men, as long as dietary intake is adequate this recycling process keeps haemoglobin at optimal levels. For women, however, due to monthly blood loss iron levels can be a concern if dietary intake is compromised.

If you are a woman and are feeling dizzy, experiencing fainting spells, are often really tired and tend to catch colds easily it is possible that you are low in iron. A simple blood test ordered by your doctor will let you know your iron status.

Others at risk of low iron levels are cancer patients, those with internal bleeding conditions such as intestinal polyps or peptic ulcers. Vegetarians need to take care with their iron intake. Pregnant women have higher iron requirements as their baby needs iron too for healthy growth.

Sometimes extremely fit people use up their iron stores during exercise and may need to watch their iron levels as well.

Fortunately treatment is easy – a daily supplement, can reasonably quickly restore iron levels to normal. However not all iron supplements are the same. Some are poorly absorbed while others tend to have the unpleasant side effect of constipation.

Clinicians Iron Boost addresses these problems with a daily capsule that contains, carbonyl iron in a special base to allow for optimal absorption. It also contains vitamin B12, which is also associated with some anaemic conditions. Iron Boost is also low in side effects and is suitable for vegetarians to take.

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