August 16, 2023

How Iron Can Help Resolve Hashimoto's Symptoms

14 minutes

Find the transcript and full list of references here (partial list below):

⁠My book, I Have Hashimoto's, Now What? ⁠ is now available!

In this episode, we explore the vital role of iron in managing Hashimoto's! We’re going to unpack the importance of iron for overall health, its specific function in thyroid hormone production, and the potential impact of iron deficiency on those with Hashimoto's.

We’re also going to delve into the strategies for dealing with iron deficiency, including dietary adjustments and targeted supplementation. If you're dealing with Hashimoto's, or are interested in understanding more about this autoimmune disorder, this episode provides valuable insights drawn from research and from personal experience.

Listen in to shed light on how addressing iron deficiency can be a significant part of managing Hashimoto's and improving your thyroid health!

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Favorite Brands of Iron Supplements (FYI not sponsored but affiliate links to help support the pod)

Opti-Ferrin C. This product includes vitamin C for better absorption. It's the highest quality one in this list, but I need to take it with food or else it hurts my stomach.

Liquid Iron. Taking iron in liquid form can help with absorption and be easier on the stomach. However, taking it in liquid form is not for everyone because it’s a bit messier. It’s up to you!

Blood Builder. This brand can be found at Whole Foods and it’s the first brand I found that basically did not hurt my stomach at all. I didn’t even need to take it with food. And I think it was pretty effective.

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References

Find a full list of references in the transcript!

Zimmermann, M. B., & Köhrle, J. (2002). The impact of iron and selenium deficiencies on iodine and thyroid metabolism: biochemistry and relevance to public health. Thyroid, 12(10), 867-878. DOI: 10.1089/105072502761016494

Erdogan, M., Kösenli, A., Ganidagli, S., & Kulaksizoglu, M. (2012). Characteristics of anemia in subclinical and overt hypothyroid patients. Endocrine Journal, 59(3), 213-220. DOI: 10.1507/endocrj.EJ11-0255

Hershko, C., & Skikne, B. (2009). Pathogenesis and management of iron deficiency anemia: emerging role of celiac disease, helicobacter pylori, and autoimmune gastritis. Seminars in Hematology, 46(4), 339-350. DOI: 10.1053/j.seminhematol.2009.06.001

Stoffel, N. U., Cercamondi, C. I., Brittenham, G., Zeder, C., Geurts-Moespot, A. J., Swinkels, D. W., ... & Zimmermann, M. B. (2017). Iron absorption from oral iron supplements given on consecutive versus alternate days and as single morning doses versus twice-daily split dosing in iron-depleted women: two open-label, randomised controlled trials. The Lancet Haematology, 4(11), e524-e533. DOI: 10.1016/S2352-3026(17)30182-5

Lopez, A., Cacoub, P., Macdougall, I. C., & Peyrin-Biroulet, L. (2016). Iron deficiency anaemia. The Lancet, 387(10021), 907-916. DOI: 10.1016/S0140-6736(15)60865-0

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