02- Check your iron levels
Numerous studies have linked iron deficiency to fatigue feelings, which is not surprising given that iron is essential for many biological processes and your general health. Since iron’s primary function is to transport oxygen to your cells, a deficiency can prevent your body from producing enough oxygen-rich red blood cells, which can make you feel tired and potentially develop anemia, a chronic iron deficiency.
Due to their lower baseline amounts of red blood cells (hematocrit) and hemoglobin, the protein required to transport oxygen within blood cells, women are far more prone than males to experience anemia. They also lose more blood during their menstrual cycle, which further reduces their hemoglobin and hematocrit levels.
Adult women need 18 milligrams of iron per day, whereas adult men only need about 8 milligrams. Since the body absorbs more iron during pregnancy, pregnant women need the highest iron of all populations—27mg.
If you have persistent lethargy and believe your iron levels may be low, get your doctor to check you out. Iron can significantly reduce the symptoms of exhaustion. If you have low levels of iron, you can take supplements or increase the amount of iron-rich foods in your diet. These foods include brown rice, soybeans, beef, dark chocolate, lentils, mushrooms, and shellfish.
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