The Iron Deficiency MISTAKE Doctors Keep Missing in Women

About this episode

Dr. Shauna Watts discusses the often overlooked issue of iron deficiency in women with expert Dr. Ebony Tosch.

Learn more about the Rediscover You Program here: https://youbydrshaunawatts.com.au/16-week-rediscover-you-menopause-program/16-week-rediscover-you-program/ Iron deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency in the world, yet countless women are still being told their iron levels are "normal" while struggling with fatigue, hair loss, brain fog, poor sleep and low energy. In this episode of All About You, Dr. Shauna Watts sits down with GP and iron deficiency expert Dr. Ebony Tosch to unpack one of the most overlooked health issues affecting women, particularly during perimenopause and midlife. Together they explore why ferritin is often a more meaningful marker than standard iron levels, how iron deficiency symptoms frequently overlap with menopause and thyroid conditions, and why many women spend years being reassured that their blood tests are "fine" when they're anything but. Dr. Ebony explains the real causes of iron deficiency, the most effective ways to improve iron stores, and when an iron infusion may be a better option than oral supplements. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why iron deficiency is commonly missed in women • The difference…

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Shauna Watts

Guest: Dr. Ebony Tosch

Topics covered

• iron deficiency
• women's health
• perimenopause
• fatigue
• blood tests

Keywords

• iron deficiency
• ferritin
• anemia
• fatigue
• hair loss
• perimenopause
• blood tests

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Organizations: Rediscover You Program

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