22. Why Iron Matters for Women: Deficiencies, Symptoms and Treatment with Dr Arthee Yogendran

Mealtimes with Dr Kyla

In this episode, I’ve caught up with Dr. Arthee Yogendran, a women's health specialist GP at Fit Right Women’s Health in Perth, to talk about all things iron! Dr. Arthee covers common symptoms of low iron, why so many women are low in iron, how factors like absorption affects your iron status, and when iron infusions might be an option for you.

Listen in and discover:

• Why iron is important for our health
• Common symptoms of low iron
• What can cause iron deficiency in motherhood
• Taking steps to check your iron status
• Factors that might affect your blood results
• What can affect iron absorption and iron loss
• Iron supplements and iron infusions
• Possible side effects of iron infusions
• Why a burger and a milkshake is beneficial post-infusion!

Learn more about high phosphorus foods and the oral iron deficiency treatment options available in Australia, or read about Dr Arthee Yogendran and Fit Right Women’s Health.

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