Love Your Gut

Ep. 85: Iron, Ferritin, and the Gut: What Your Labs Are Really Telling You


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If you’ve ever been told your iron or ferritin is “low”  but no one can explain why then this episode is for you.

Iron issues are rarely just about your diet or supplements. They’re often a reflection of what’s happening in your gut. In this episode, Dr. Heather breaks down how stomach acid, infections like H. pylori, mineral balance, and inflammation all impact how your body absorbs and uses iron.

You’ll learn:
 ✅ The real difference between ferritin and serum iron (and why both matter)
 ✅ What high or low ferritin actually means and the hidden gut clues behind it
 ✅ How minerals like copper, zinc, and potassium influence iron utilization
 ✅ Why iron supplements can make symptoms worse if the root cause isn’t addressed
 ✅ Practical steps to rebuild your terrain for better energy, digestion, and balance

If your labs have never made sense or you’ve been stuck taking iron without feeling any better  this episode will help you see why.

Links Mentioned:

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Tune in to discover how your gut and minerals could be the missing link to finally balancing your iron and feeling like yourself again.

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