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 healthCommon symptoms of low ironWhat can cause iron deficiency in motherhoodTaking steps to check your iron statusFactors that might affect your blood resultsWhat can affect iron absorption and iron lossIron supplements and iron infusionsPossible side effects of iron infusionsWhy 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.Connect with me (Dr Kyla) on Instagram and Facebook!Do you want to easily understand what’s in the food you buy without any fear mongering or misinformation? Check out my weekly Chewsday Reviews.Join my online membership programs today! Baby Mealtimes for parents introducing solids, Toddler Mealtimes to navigate fussy eating, Family Mealtimes for guidance when packing school lunches and feeding the whole family, or School Mealtimes to change the way we talk about food in schools.

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