can low iron be bad??

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  Answered at 3:51 PM on Dec. 1, 2008 by: reflect1light
  
  Just that it can cause anemia, which can cause other problem and make you tired and pass out. If you take your iron supplement and eat more foods high in iron, you'll be fine. :)
• Answered at 3:53 PM on Dec. 1, 2008 by: Anonymous
  
  I have had low iron the whole time i've been pregnant but i cant take the suppliments. and all that i have had is really low energy and weakness. I'm 33wks. I know there is something but i really dont know what it is my mind is so drained today. I'd like to see what others say though.
• Answered at 3:55 PM on Dec. 1, 2008 by: reflect1light
  
  Anon - have you looked up foods that are higher in iron? That might help you. Sorry you can't take the supplements.
• Answered at 3:56 PM on Dec. 1, 2008 by: KelsoBabeyy
  
  yeah my energy level has been really low... im tired a LOT and just am not up to do much.... my sisters and mom always ask why are you tired all the time!! bla blah blah!
• Answered at 3:56 PM on Dec. 1, 2008 by: Anonymous
  
  No i probably should though...do you know any off hand.
• Answered at 4:00 PM on Dec. 1, 2008 by: KatieCrandall
  
  Yes, it can! Having low iron puts you at greater risk of needing a transfusion upon delivery. It also is going to make your risk of c-section higher, as you may not have the necessary energy to deliver! I had to take a supplement as well. ;)
  
  One tip: take it with orange juice, or something high in vitamin C: it helps the body absorb the iron better. Do NOT take it with milk, as calcium keeps you from absorbing it (a problem for me, as I was addicted to milk when pregnant!).
  
  For anon: have you tried Blackstrap Molasses? It's super high in iron, and highly recommended for pregnant women as a natural iron supplement.
• Answered at 4:00 PM on Dec. 1, 2008 by: reflect1light
  

  I found this website that has a huge list with amounts. Hope it helps :)
• Answered at 4:00 PM on Dec. 1, 2008 by: KelsoBabeyy
  
  here u go anon
  
  
  * Liver and other meats
  * Seafood
  * Dried fruits like apricots, prunes and raisins
  * Nuts
  * Beans, especially lima beans
  * Green leafy vegetables, such as spinach and broccoli
  * Blackstrap molasses
  * Whole grains
  * Iron-fortified breads and cereals (check the label)
  
  
• Answered at 4:02 PM on Dec. 1, 2008 by: KelsoBabeyy
  
  ew no prob there, i hate milk. i dont drink it.
  
  
• Answered at 4:02 PM on Dec. 1, 2008 by: CoreyLynn
  
  My daughters iron is low. If your iron is low so is your babies. Iron is essential for developing babies. They (docs) told me iron is important in kids because iron helps bolck to absorption of lead into the blood stream.

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