Episode 100: Why Is My Ferritin Low? Potential Causes of Low Iron Stores

August 31, 2026 • 00:23:58
Episode 100: Why Is My Ferritin Low? Potential Causes of Low Iron Stores
Empowered Perimenopause With Francesca Liparoti
Episode 100: Why Is My Ferritin Low? Potential Causes of Low Iron Stores

Aug 31 2026 | 00:23:58

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Francesca Liparoti

Show Notes

Why is your ferritin low in the first place? In this episode, I explore some of the potential causes of low iron stores, from heavy periods and inadequate dietary iron to poor absorption, H. pylori, coeliac disease, gut conditions and chronic inflammation, and why understanding the underlying cause matters.

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