What is it?

Anemia is a condition in which there is a low number of red blood cells, so that oxygen is not delivered well enough to the body organs. There are many causes for anemia. Deficiency anemias may be cause due to:
Iron deficiency anemia is the common type of anemia, which is caused due to lack of iron.
Vitamin deficiency anemia is caused due to lack of B12 and/or folate.

If these deficiencies are not taken care of, long term anemia can lead to severe complications. Complications include severe fatigue, pregnancy complications, arrhythmias and even death. People who lack ingredients in their diet are prone to develop deficiency anemias, as well as people with intestinal disorders, malnutrition, pregnancy and alcoholism.