Iron deficiency is widely discussed in women’s health — and for good reason. Many women truly need support with low iron, especially during their reproductive years.
But there’s another side to the story that often gets overlooked: more iron isn’t always better. Excess iron — particularly from over-supplementation — can quietly drive inflammation, disrupt the gut microbiome, and contribute to deep fatigue.
Read MoreIron deficiency is the most common deficiency for women worldwide (1). Iron deficiency affects 33% of non pregnant women, 40% of pregnant women and 42% of children around the globe (1). Despite global efforts to educate women and eradicate this health issue it is still prevalent (1). So what do you do if you think you have low iron? Read on to learn how you can check your iron stores and your options to increase them if they are low.
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