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Iron deficiency may cause brain fog and exhaustion

Brain fog, breathlessness and exhaustion could signal iron deficiency rather than just the stress of daily life.

Skinny McBuntu

Symptoms like brain fog, breathlessness and exhaustion are commonly attributed to a busy lifestyle, but they can actually indicate iron deficiency. Recognising these signs as potential nutritional issues rather than inevitable consequences of modern life may help people seek appropriate health advice.

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