12/03/2026
This is a sign of low iron most people miss, many thinking they just simply have restless legs, or, it’s a symptom of their ADHD (Did you know that low iron levels are actually associated with worse ADHD symptoms?)
Iron plays an important role in our bodies in carrying oxygen around, in neurotransmitter production like dopamine, serotonin and GABA, in your immune system and your nails and hair. When levels are low you may notice symptoms such as:
– tiredness
- shortness of breath
– Dizziness
– Brain fog or difficulty concentrating
– Hair loss
– Cold hands and feet
Low iron is something I see frequently with both clients and students. Many of us struggle. Roughly 23% of adult women in the U.K. have a very low dietary intake so it’s no wonder.
Iron tablets often don’t go well, causing discomfort, but there are other ways to support your levels and ways to improve absorption.
Iron-rich foods include lentils, chickpeas, tofu, red meat, pumpkin seeds and leafy greens. Pairing them with vitamin C foods (like peppers, berries or citrus) can help improve absorption.
If these symptoms sound familiar, it is definitely worth checking your iron levels with your GP or discussing with me ways to support your intake.
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