Can you have low iron with no symptoms? Yes, and it's more common than you think
                                
                                
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                                According to the World Health Organization, iron deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency worldwide, affecting millions who are often completely unaware of their condition. Unlike iron deficiency anemia, which presents with noticeable signs, many people experience low iron stores without any overt symptoms at all.