Understanding Ferritin and Iron Stores
The Peter Attia Drive
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Apr 8 2024 16m
Chapter 1 2 mins
Overview of today’s topics and the importance of understanding iron levels in the bodyChapter 2 4 mins
The importance and ubiquity of iron in the body, and the role of the protein called ferritinChapter 3 4 mins
The processes of iron absorption, utilization, and transportationChapter 4 3 mins
Options for testing iron levels and how to interpret the resultsChapter 5 4 mins
What does it mean to be iron deficient, and how is it different from anemia?Chapter 6 2 mins
Symptoms of iron deficiency and/or anemiaChapter 7 5 mins
How prevalent is iron deficiency, and who is most susceptible?Chapter 8 4 mins
The importance of consuming an adequate amount of iron daily to prevent deficiencyChapter 9 2 mins
The best way to improve iron levels for someone who is deficientChapter 10 4 mins
Iron supplementation: various formulations and potential side effectsChapter 11 1 min
Intravenous iron infusion as an alternative to oral supplements -- plus restless legs syndrome and other topicsChapter 12 6 mins
Iron supplementation: who should and should not consider itChapter 13 4 mins
Peter’s approach to creatine and his pre- and post-workout supplementsChapter 14 2 mins
Navigating sodium intake: effect on blood pressure, who should use precaution, and other considerationsChapter 15
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