Can low iron cause tight muscles? Understanding the connection
                                
                                
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                                Iron deficiency is the most common nutritional disorder in the world, affecting an estimated 30% of the global population. This widespread issue raises a critical question: can low iron cause tight muscles, a symptom often overshadowed by more well-known signs like fatigue?