In general, a lack of iron-rich foods in the diet leads to iron deficiency. That, and menstruation in adolescent girls, are the most common causes. Vegetarians are also at a greater risk for iron deficiency.
From Good Kids, Bad Habits: The RealAge Guide to Raising Healthy Children by Jennifer Trachtenberg.
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Anemia
Anemia is the most common blood condition in the U.S. Anemia causes fatigue, weakness and shortness of breath. Although there are more than 400 types of anemia, they all have this same theme.
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