If you’ve been told to “just take iron” for low ferritin and it either didn’t work or made you feel worse, this episode is for you.

In this episode, I’m sharing my personal postpartum ferritin story and walking through why iron alone wasn’t the answer for me… or for so many of the clients I work with.

Low ferritin is one of the most misunderstood labs I see. And for most people, it’s not about iron intake. It’s about whether the body is actually ready to absorb, use, recycle, and store iron.

In this episode, we zoom out and talk about the systems that control ferritin, including digestion, motility, minerals, and liver support.

I also cover:

• Why ferritin often stays low even when you’re taking iron
• How postpartum depletion changes how the body handles iron
• Why iron can worsen constipation, bloating, and nausea
• The role of digestion, motility, and mineral balance in ferritin
• Why constipation is often a cause, not a side effect
• How the liver influences iron storage and regulation
• Why ferritin is usually a signal, not the root problem

This episode is especially for you if:

• You’re postpartum or have a history of heavy periods
• You struggle with constipation or slow digestion
• You don’t tolerate iron well
• Your labs are “normal” but you still feel exhausted
• Ferritin only improves while you’re actively taking iron

I’m hosting a free training called Why Iron Isn’t Enough

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Why Iron Isn’t Enough: The Truth About Low Ferritin

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If you’re wondering whether food sensitivity testing will finally explain your bloating, constipation, or GI reactions, this episode is for you. We talk through why food sensitivity lists often keep growing, what those results are actually reflecting, and why eliminating more foods doesn’t always lead to lasting relief.

You’ll learn how digestion, stress, and immune signaling influence food reactions, why many people feel worse after doing “everything right,” and what question to ask instead if you want real progress.

If you have ever been curious about food sensitivity testing and what it actually measures or shows related to your gut health, make sure to listen in!

In this episode, Dr. Heather covers:

• Should you do food sensitivity testing to fix bloating and GI issues?
• Why “safe food” lists often keep shrinking
• What food reactions can signal beyond the food itself
• Why cutting out more foods doesn’t always improve digestion
• What to focus on if food sensitivity testing hasn’t helped

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Exhausted, bloated and wondering why your ferritin won't budge, even while taking iron? Join me for a live training covering the exact reasons why you're stuck and how to improve your energy, hair loss, gut and ferritin.

Why Iron Isn’t Enough: The Truth About Low Ferritin

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Let's be real: eating healthy was the answer, you’d already have relief from your bloating and constipaiton.

Most of the women we work with are already doing the “right” things including: eating whole foods, avoiding junk, taking supplements, and yet, they are still dealing with bloating, constipation, and a gut that feels unpredictable.

In this episode, I break down why that happens and what’s actually missing.

You’ll learn why clean eating alone doesn't fix GI issues, how mineral depletion quietly impacts digestion and stress tolerance, why healthy foods can feel worse when digestion is weak, and how stress, gut bacteria, and infections can all interfere with your ability to absorb and tolerate food.

This episode is especially for you if:

• You feel worse eating “healthy” foods
• Your symptoms flare on busy or stressful days
• You’ve been told your labs are normal, but you don’t feel normal
• You’re tired of guessing and piecing things together

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Want daily education, stories, and gut-friendly support?
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Ready for personalized 1:1 support and a clear plan?
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Exhausted, bloated and wondering why your ferritin won't budge, even while taking iron? Join me for a live training covering the exact reasons why you're stuck and how to improve your energy, hair loss, gut and ferritin.

Why Iron Isn’t Enough: The Truth About Low Ferritin

Sign up for the webinar here! (early bird pricing ends Feb 7th!)