Why do 1 in 3 Americans have low iron? Understanding the Widespread Deficiency
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According to a 2024 study supported by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, about one in four Americans may have inadequate iron intake or absorption, with other findings pointing to potentially higher rates. This raises a critical health question: why do 1 in 3 Americans have low iron, and what are the underlying factors driving this widespread issue?