Anaemia is a condition that develops when you have fewer red blood cells than normal or you have less haemoglobin than normal in each blood cell. Haemoglobin is a protein contained in red blood cells that binds to oxygen and takes oxygen from the lungs to all parts of the body.

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Symptoms include:

• Pale skin

• Fatigue

• Lack of energy

• Tiring easily

• Breathlessness

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Some people are at more risk of developing anaemia than others, these include:

• Menstruating women

• Pregnant and breastfeeding women

• Vegetarians

• People with colorectal cancer, stomach ulcers, Crohn's disease and coeliac disease

• People on fad diets

• People with reduced gastric acid due to surgery or medication

• Athletes

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