Low Ferritin- What It Means and How to Fix It

Low Ferritin- What It Means and How to Fix It

June 11, 2026 · 24 min · Episode 702

About this episode

This episode discusses low ferritin levels and their impact on health, particularly in women, with insights from registered dietitian Leah Kleinschrodt.

Feeling exhausted, anxious, dizzy, or noticing more hair loss than usual? Low ferritin could be the missing piece. In this episode of Ask a Nutritionist, registered dietitian Leah Kleinschrodt explains what ferritin is, why it matters, and why many people, especially women, can experience symptoms of iron deficiency even when their standard iron labs appear "normal."

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