FX Medicine Podcast Central The Intricacies of Iron Deficiency with Lisa Costa Bir and Alison Mitchell
Jan 29, 2024
Lisa Costa Bir, a naturopath and fx Medicine ambassador, joins health expert Alison Mitchell to discuss the intricacies of iron deficiency. They differentiate between iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia, explore iron absorption and the role of heme iron, and delve into the recycling of iron from red blood cells. They also discuss the impact of infections, inflammation, and gut dysfunction on iron levels, as well as subtle signs of deficiency and the connection between iron and mood swings. Additionally, they touch on timing for testing and supplementing iron, and offer insights on complementary approaches to balancing iron.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Understanding Iron Deficiency and Iron Deficiency Anemia
01:39 • 13min
Iron Deficiency: Symptoms and Effects
14:43 • 11min
The Role of Copper in Iron Transportation and Recycling
25:44 • 11min
Analyzing the Effects of Iron Deficiency and Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
37:02 • 2min
The Connection Between Iron Deficiency and the Gut Microbiome
39:06 • 10min
When to Avoid Supplementing with Iron
48:38 • 2min