PremiumAnahad O’ConnorWashington Post·1 Sep, 2026 12:00 AM5 mins to readAnaemia can make you feel constantly weak and fatigued. You may also experience headaches, dizziness, shortness of breath and a fast or irregular heartbeat.Iron supports your brain and immune function, and your body’s ability to use oxygen.Getting enough iron is essential for good health. Yet researchers have found that nearly a third of adults in the United States are iron deficient.
Failing to get enough of this crucial mineral can lead to
