The other way that
iron deficiency shows up is when there is enough iron actually available, but the body isn't able to absorb it.
Not exact matches
Pain: in the abdomen or joints, can be mild Gastrointestinal: acid reflux, belching, bloating, diarrhea, fat in stool, heartburn, indigestion, or vomiting Whole body: anemia, bone loss, fatigue,
iron deficiency, malnutrition, or nausea Developmental: delayed puberty or slow growth Abdominal: cramping or discomfort and flatulence Also common: itching, lactose intolerance, skin rash, or weight loss (NOTE: If you have been off of gluten for awhile and get tested, the test may not
show up that you have gluten intolerance)
However, evidence
shows us that early introduction can lead to
iron deficiency anemia.
However, recent research
shows that waiting a few minutes — so that extra blood flows from the placenta to the baby — lowers the risk of newborn anemia and
iron deficiency in infancy.
Studies have now
shown that waiting to begin solids until 6 months protects baby from several complications including
iron deficiency, future obesity, food allergies, and illness.
I have seen some studies, for example, that
show that nursing > 6x / day past 8 - 9 months really put breastfed babies at high risk for
iron deficiency, so I think it is possible to breastfeed an older infant or toddler too much, to the point of displacing nutrients that you can't get enough of through breast milk.
But studies have
shown that these fears are unfounded — and that the problems associated with
iron deficiency are far more severe.
The results
showed «inadequate monitoring and treatment of anemia and
iron deficiency» among patients with ulcerative colitis.
In the last few years, several studies have
shown that
iron deficiency, which affects around two billion people worldwide, may be a risk factor for ischaemic stroke in adults and in children.
We know that broad - spectrum supplements can correct dietary
deficiencies and boost blood levels of
iron, B12, folic acid and vitamin D — as was
shown in this study which suggests these women had low intakes pre-conception.
A: It's very common for pregnant women to develop RLS and studies
show it may be related to an
iron deficiency that develops during pregnancy.
If your hemoglobin levels are normal however, but your symptoms still match those of
iron deficiency, make sure your doctor also tests your ferritin levels, which
shows the
iron stores in your body.
Scientists are in general agreement that grain and legume based diets high in phytates contribute to widespread mineral
deficiencies in third world countries.5 Analysis
shows that calcium, magnesium,
iron and zinc are present in the plant foods eaten in these areas, but the high phytate content of soy and rice based diets prevents their absorption.
Researchers are in general agreement that grain - and legume - based diets high in phytates contribute to widespread mineral
deficiencies in Third World countries.15 Analysis
shows that calcium, magnesium,
iron and zinc are present in the plant foods eaten in these areas, but the high phytate content of soy - and grain - based diets prevents their absorption.
Iron deficiency has been
shown to decrease T4 to T3 conversion.
Calcium, zinc, magnesium,
iron, and several others are susceptible to the lure of phytic acid, and research
shows that cultures who rely on grains for the bulk of their macronutrients and micronutrients display
deficiencies in these and other minerals.
If labs return
showing that there is hypothyroidism, then also looking for
deficiencies of selenium,
iron, and zinc would be important next steps, while also looking for environmental factors that interfere with iodine utilization.
Celiac disease — Wheat gluten sensitivity — Enterolabs, Cyrex labs, antigliadin antibody Chronic autoimmune disorders - entire list of autoimmune diseases Chronic hives Cognitive Dysfunction and Dementia from B12
deficiency Dermatitis herpetiformis (herpes)- typical for wheat gluten sensitivity Depression - Leaky Gut with LPS (see articles by Michael Maes) Diabetes — Autoimmune type one Eczema Gall bladder disease — associated with hypochlorhydia Graves disease - Autoimmune - Elevated TSH receptor ab - Yersinia molecular Mimciry with TSH receptor Hepatitis
Iron deficiency - Low
Iron and Low ferritin Hyper and hypothyroidism - Autoimmune - Hashimotos Thyroiditis Lupus erythematosus - autoimmune Myasthenia gravis Neuropathy and NeuroPsychiatric Disorder from B12
deficiency Osteoporosis - from Calcium Malabsorption Pernicious anemia — Parietal Cell Antibodies - B12
deficiency - gastric atrophy Psoriasis - autoimmune Rheumatoid arthritis - autoimmune Rosacea Sjögren's syndrome — Autoimmune Thyrotoxicosis - three types: Graves, Hashitoxicosis, and Txic Nodular Goiter Vitiligo Chronic intestinal parasites or abnormal flora - GI - Fx
shows parasite DNA Undigested food in stool - Demonstrated on GI - FX test Chronic candida infections - from gut dysbiosis Upper digestive tract gassiness - from dysbiosis
A study of young Indian women with
iron deficiency anemia
showed the addition of ascorbic acid to
iron supplementation (4:1 molar ratio) increased
iron absorption by ∼ 3.5-fold [33].
These abnormalities will
show up on the blood count as
iron deficiency anemia, and B12 / folate
deficiency anemia.
Additionally, research
shows that
iron deficiency as well as magnesium or vitamin D
deficiencies may be related to restless leg symptoms.
In fact, studies
show that in pregnant women and others with
iron deficiencies, food cravings serve to prevent or alleviate the nutritional deficit.
Some studies on vegetarian diets have
shown increased risk of protein
deficiency,
iron deficiency, decreased muscle creatinine, and elevated blood levels of homocysteine.
Dr. Broda Barnes
showed that anemia is very common in hypothyroidism due to poor blood quality (no
iron deficiency).
In addition, poor nutrition, such as
iron or calcium
deficiency, has been
shown to exacerbate the symptoms of lead exposure.