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7 signs of iron deficiency people often mistake for ordinary tiredness. Iron helps your body make haemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen around your body. When your iron level becomes too low, your body may start showing signs that are easy to overlook. Here are 7 signs to know.

1/ Constant tiredness and weakness Do you feel exhausted even after getting enough sleep? Low iron can reduce your body's ability to produce haemoglobin, making it harder to deliver enough oxygen to your tissues. You may feel weak, drained or unusually tired during everyday activities.

2/ Frequent dizziness or headaches Iron deficiency can affect oxygen delivery throughout the body. Some people experience recurring headaches, light-headedness or dizziness, especially when the deficiency has progressed to anaemia. Don't keep dismissing frequent dizziness without finding out the cause.

3/ Pale skin Have you noticed that your skin looks paler than usual? Iron deficiency anaemia can reduce the colour of the blood circulating close to the skin. Paleness may also be noticeable inside the lower eyelids, on the gums or on the nail beds. However, skin colour alone cannot confirm iron deficiency.

4/ Shortness of breath during simple activities Walking, climbing stairs or doing ordinary household chores may suddenly leave you breathless. This can happen because low haemoglobin means less oxygen is being carried around your body. If breathlessness is new, persistent or worsening, get medically assessed.

5/ Brittle or spoon-shaped nails Iron deficiency can affect your nails. You may notice that they break easily, become unusually thin or develop a spoon-like shape where the centre dips inward. This is not present in everyone, but it can be a sign of prolonged iron deficiency.

6/ Unusual cravings, especially ice Some people with iron deficiency develop a condition called pica. This can cause cravings for things that aren't food, particularly ice, but sometimes soil, chalk or starch. Repeatedly craving or chewing ice is worth discussing with a healthcare professional.

7/ Cold hands and feet Do your hands and feet often feel unusually cold? Iron deficiency anaemia can affect oxygen delivery and may contribute to feeling cold, especially in the hands and feet. However, poor circulation, thyroid problems and other conditions can cause the same symptom.

How do you confirm iron deficiency? A full blood count (FBC) and ferritin test can help identify low iron levels. Don't start iron supplements without proper assessment, as too much iron can be harmful. If you keep experiencing these symptoms, visit a healthcare professional to find out what's causing them.

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