3. Pale skin
Some people pale skin normally, as their skin doesn’t have high amounts of pigment. However, even people who are normally pale do have some sort of coloring to their skin, and that coloring is usually pinkish. If you find that your skin is unusually pale, there is a very good possibility that you are suffering from iron deficiency.
The hemoglobin that iron produces is what gives red blood cells their red color. As red blood cells are transported throughout the body, they give the skin a pinkish undertone. If your iron levels are low, your body isn’t able to produce adequate amounts of hemoglobin, and therefore, you also aren’t able to produce enough red blood cells. As a result, the pinkish tone in your skin can be impacted, making you appear paler than usual. The gums, lips, nails, and even the inside of the eyelids can be affected.
