Our clinical nutritionist Courtney answers aaallllll our burning questions on IRON.
Is iron deficiency the same as Anaemia and how can we tell the difference?
How come some women struggle with absorbing iron?
Symptoms of iron deficiency and are they different in children?
Can you overdose on iron?
What are the pros and cons of iron infusions in women and pregnancy?
What’s wrong with the blood results you get from your GP? When should you get your bloods checked and why?
Explanation around iron stores - Ferritin levels, haemoglobin etc
How do you make sure you’re absorbing iron?
Top iron rich foods based on science/evidence.
Can people be prone to low iron? why and what can be done to maintain healthy levels without just supplementing? Let’s talk types of supplements good, bad, ugly and a surprising way you should be taking them.
Mums questions answered...
Why aren’t mums given Ferosulphate in pregnancy?
Ooo I’m taking ferrous fumerate and have lots of questions. How was my iron low, but yet I had no obvious signs of iron deficiency?
Will I ever be able to take iron and not feel like I’m going to puke for a couple hours after?
Is this a forever thing if you are deficient?
Is there really no dietary way to supplement enough (because my doc says no)?
If low - how I can help boost it?
Why iron supps are bad/not good for me. I’ve been told that by many sources I’ve read. I’m so confused 😅 I feel so hesitant - conflicting info? Take organ supps instead?
I do know we’re only meant to take them short term - but then how do I prevent my iron going down (& not needing to take it again).
I had 2 iron infusions (the first wasn’t enough). I got an allergic reaction to my second infusion - hives. Won’t be doing that again
Any questions, please email realtalkformums@gmail.com.
Thanks, love Lara and Mags xx
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