13 Common Symptoms and Signs of Iron Deficiency

12. Feeling Anxious

When someone is feeling anxious, they normally chalk it up to worrying, depression or stress, amongst other things. But what some are not aware of is that having an iron deficiency can also cause feelings of anxiousness as well. Many times, the lack of oxygen caused by low hemoglobin can actually rev up a person’s sympathetic nervous system, wreaking havoc with their emotions. Even if the anxiety is not iron related, it is always important to speak to a professional to best learn how to treat and handle their anxiety as soon as possible.