In this episode of PMDD Pep Talk, Jes dives into the unexpected link between PMDD, ADHD, and iron levels, particularly focusing on ferritin, the storage form of iron. If you've tried every treatment under the sun for PMDD and still struggle to find relief, this conversation may hold the missing piece you've been searching for. We embark on an insightful journey that uncovers how iron, dopamine, and gut health intertwine to shape the symptoms you experience.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• The significant role of ferritin in dopamine synthesis and its impact on ADHD and PMDD symptoms.
• How standard iron testing might not reveal the whole story and why a full iron panel is crucial.
• The relationship between gut health and hormone clearance, highlighting why gut issues can exacerbate PMDD symptoms.
• The complex interplay of minerals like iron, zinc, and calcium, and how they affect absorption and symptom management.
• Real-life insights from a client case study illustrating how tailored testing and treatment can transform lives.

Key Quotes from This Episode:

"Your mood is really downstream of your biology. Your biology is downstream of your gut, and your gut is something that we can actually assess and address."

"If hepcidin goes up, it closes the door on iron absorption. You can't supplement your way past a closed door."

"Minerals do not operate in isolation. They exist in a web of relationships."

"Nora finally feels like her body is on her team, and that is the goal in the work that we do."

Resources Mentioned:

See links below for all HMM resources.

HMM Resources + Services

https://courses.hermoodmentor.com/pmdd-resources

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Listen to the PMDD Pep Talk Podcast

https://courses.hermoodmentor.com/podcasts/pmdd-pep-talk-2

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You can find Jes:

Instagram: @hermoodmentor https://www.instagram.com/hermoodmentor/

Youtube: @hermoodmentor https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCScMMMsmLZDfzjZEQ-1l9lA

Website: https://hermoodmentor.com/

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