Iron supplements are vital for people who suffer from iron deficiency anaemia, which is common in people who are vegetarian or vegan, or in people who have suffered blood loss.
The symptoms of iron deficiency anaemia are tiredness, lack of energy, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, and pale skin.
If you are suffering from any of these symptoms, you should inform your GP so they can carry out a blood test to see if your iron levels are low.
You will only need to take iron supplements if your iron levels are low.