Do You Have Anemia?

Iron-deficiency anemia develops when your body does not have enough iron to make healthy red blood cells or when your blood cells do not work properly. The Office on Women’s Health lists the following symptoms for this condition: fatigue; weakness; dizziness; headaches; low body temperature; pale skin; rapid or irregular heartbeat; shortness of breath; chest pain with physical activity; brittle nails; and unusual cravings for ice, very cold drinks, or non-food items such as dirt or paper. Office on Women’s Health, February 201