I heard that iron deficiency can cause fatigue. Are supplements a good source to get iron?
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If you are worried about an iron deficiency, I would go to the doctor. If you are anemic, there are iron supplements you can take (BlackStrap is the brand I take) to help with the fatigue. But have your bloodwork done first. Too much iron can be bad as well. And your fatigue could be from something else, like a thyroid condition.
It wouldn't hurt to add some iron-rich foods to your diet. Dark green leafy veggies are the best (Spinach!).
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Iron from natural source is always better for you because it is easier to digest. Spinach, kale, collard and mustard greens are all pretty good sources of Iron. So is beef but it kinda gets ruled out for vegetarians. Go to nutritiondata.com and look under tools for the nutrient search tool and punch in Iron. A lot of cereals come up but that will give you a way to boost your iron intake without having to swallow horse-sized pills.
You can get a multiple vitamin with iron in it.
B12 shortage can make one feel fatigued too. One might also feel like a weight is sitting on top of ones crest. A nonactive thyroid can give the same feeling.
Iron deficiency does cause fatigue. Iron rich foods are your best source of iron. The body doesn't absorb the iron from supplements as well as it does from foods. If you do take a supplement, take it with orange juice so it is better absorbed by your body. I have posted a link that lists high iron foods.
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