Could low iron be causing my low mood?

Ever feel like you’re running on empty, dragging through the day with zero motivation? It’s easy to think it’s just the usual stress or not enough sleep. But what if there’s an unexpected reason behind your low energy and mood? Low iron levels might be the hidden culprit…

The Connection Between Iron and Mood

Iron is responsible for much more than just transporting oxygen in the blood. It’s influence extends beyond just physical health. Iron is also essential for proper brain function, particularly in the production of neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine, which regulate mood, energy levels, emotional regulation and cognitive function. When iron levels are low, the production of these neurotransmitters can be compromised, leading to symptoms of depression and anxiety.

Further resources and research:

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/pcn.12656

https://bmcpsychiatry.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12888-020-02621-0

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27238642/

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