The Iron Conversation: Lara Briden and Dr Libby on hormones, mood & low iron
Dr Libby sits down with naturopath and evolutionary biologist Dr Lara Briden to explore how modern life quietly drains women’s iron stores — from teenage girls navigating hormones and the pill, to women moving through perimenopause.Together they unpack the triple whammy of low iron, hormonal contraception and antidepressants, the vital role of stomach acid in nutrient absorption, and how long-term PPI use can disrupt it.You’ll also hear about the fascinating link between estrogen, thyroid function and hepcidin, practical ways to advocate for yourself when testing iron and thyroid markers — and why ferritin-iron, the food-based form, is changing how we think about energy, absorption and women’s health.
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The Iron Conversation: Why energy is just the beginning
Most people think of fatigue when they hear “low iron,” but the truth runs much deeper. In this episode, Dr Libby shares why she’s on a mission to shine a light on iron deficiency and explores how low iron ripples through the whole body – influencing mood, memory, thyroid health, immunity and even how calm we feel each day. Discover why energy is only the beginning of iron’s story.
Always tired? Brain fog that just won’t quit? Feeling flat no matter what you do? It might not be “just life” – it could be your iron.
Iron is one of the most common nutrient deficiencies in the world, but it’s also one of the most overlooked. And here’s the kicker: it’s not just about energy. Low iron can mess with your mood, memory, hormones, sleep, workouts – even how well you handle life’s big transitions.
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