04/15/2026
Feeling drained, foggy, or unusually weak during perimenopause?
Heavy or prolonged periods can deplete your iron stores, leaving you fatigued even after a full night’s sleep. Low iron isn’t just “tiredness”; it affects energy, focus, and overall well-being, and if left untreated, can lead to anemia.
Ways to boost your iron and energy levels:
• Track your cycles: Monitor heavy bleeding to spot patterns that may cause iron loss
• Iron-rich foods: Include lean red meat, lentils, beans, tofu, spinach, and fortified cereals
• Pair with vitamin C: Boost absorption by combining iron foods with citrus, bell peppers, or strawberries
• Regular labs: Check ferritin and hemoglobin to catch deficiencies early
• Discuss supplements carefully: Only under guidance to avoid excess iron
Don’t ignore persistent fatigue; get to the root of your energy drain.
Book an iron evaluation at Willow Women’s Health and start feeling like yourself again.