Symptoms Of An Iron Deficiency

Increased Frequency Of Illness

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It may be a surprise to some individuals, but iron is a crucial mineral in the body. Not only is it a crucial component in hemoglobin, but it also plays an enormous role in an individual's immune system. As such, when an individual lacks sufficient iron, they are at an increased risk of falling ill. This means they will be sick even with more mundane conditions like the common cold or the flu more frequently than the average individual. They may also find their illnesses last for a longer period than someone who has sufficient amounts of iron.

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