Ensuring Your Iron

Both plant and animal foods have iron, but you need to know the difference

Anemia, a condition that was relatively rare just decades ago is becoming more common. Image Point Fr/Shutterstock

Anemia affects more than 3 million Americans, and the most prevalent form is iron deficiency anemia.

Iron is a critical nutrient for the body and an immediate concern for those with this condition. Other people can become iron deficient as well, especially menstruating women.