Yes it's Bron with her self diagnosis again...
In general I've been feeling really run down - which is one of the reasons I've given up cheese (the main thing in my diet... unless I'm in the states when it's chips). I could easily eat half a slab of cheese a day - and often do in one way or another. I am not a big fan of Egg sandwiches, so I always get cheese.
I gave up chocolate last week, and today was cheese (although I have two chunks left in the fridge but once they're gone that's it).
Was watching a programme where someone was talking about what Iron Deficiancy's symptoms are. I seem to have a few of them - especially the last few. Which would make sense - being a veggie who only eats cheese and not many veg... thing swill change!
Mild iron deficiency anemia may not cause noticeable symptoms. If anemia is severe, symptoms may include:
Weakness, fatigue, or lack of stamina.
Shortness of breath during exercise.
Headache.
Difficulty concentrating.
Irritability.
Dizziness.
Pale skin.
Craving substances that are not food (pica). In particular, a craving for ice can be a sign of iron deficiency anemia.
Other signs may include:
Rapid heartbeat.
Brittle fingernails and toenails.
Cracked lips.
Smooth, sore tongue.
In general I've been feeling really run down - which is one of the reasons I've given up cheese (the main thing in my diet... unless I'm in the states when it's chips). I could easily eat half a slab of cheese a day - and often do in one way or another. I am not a big fan of Egg sandwiches, so I always get cheese.
I gave up chocolate last week, and today was cheese (although I have two chunks left in the fridge but once they're gone that's it).
Was watching a programme where someone was talking about what Iron Deficiancy's symptoms are. I seem to have a few of them - especially the last few. Which would make sense - being a veggie who only eats cheese and not many veg... thing swill change!
Mild iron deficiency anemia may not cause noticeable symptoms. If anemia is severe, symptoms may include:
Weakness, fatigue, or lack of stamina.
Shortness of breath during exercise.
Headache.
Difficulty concentrating.
Irritability.
Dizziness.
Pale skin.
Craving substances that are not food (pica). In particular, a craving for ice can be a sign of iron deficiency anemia.
Other signs may include:
Rapid heartbeat.
Brittle fingernails and toenails.
Cracked lips.
Smooth, sore tongue.
3 Comments:
At April 07, 2007 11:23 am, Rachel said…
Lol. HOW many times have I told you, you need to take iron supplements if you're not going to eat meat (and veg!). Don't cut out cheese completely - you can cut down, but at the moment it's the only protein you get, so don't get total rid.
Cutting out chocolate is always good, but I find that makes me excessively grumpy, so it's never gone for good :)
At April 07, 2007 2:18 pm, Bron said…
I have to cut it ouw completely to begin with, then reintroduce it... Chocolate has never been a problem, I stop eating that all the time... cheese however... eek
At April 07, 2007 10:31 pm, Rachel said…
Fair enough - don't take too long to reintroduce it though. Seriously - you need the protein.
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