Iron Overload Can Make You Very Sick
The condition of having too much iron in your body is a common one and yet for many doctors and their patients it is a confusing and complex subject. Everyone knows about iron deficiency, which is common in women, but when it comes to iron excess most people have no idea what it means.
The mineral iron would have to be the most essential mineral to animal life. Three quarters of the body’s total iron content is found inside the red blood cells and is part of a protein (haemoglobin) that enables red cells to carry life giving oxygen to every cell in our body.
Ten to twenty percent of iron is stored in a protein called ferritin. The rest, which is not very much (say 5 to 10% of the total body iron), is transported around the body on another protein called transferrin and a small amount is free in the blood.
We can do tests to measure all these forms of iron with one simple blood test and this enables us to see if you have too little iron in your body or too much iron in your body or just the right amount! This is important as too little iron will make you weak and anemic and too much iron can cause a lot of diseases including cancer.
The liver has a big role in regulating how much iron is in your body!
The liver makes a hormone called hepcidin, which controls how much iron is absorbed from the intestines. An average normal daily loss of iron from the body over several months is around 1 to 2 milligrams and this loss occurs from loss of intestinal cells and skin cells and in women from menstrual bleeding. To compensate for this daily loss of iron, the liver hormone hepcidin allows 1 to 2 mg of iron to be absorbed from food in the intestines. The balance is carefully controlled by hepcidin and it’s amazing that only 10% of daily dietary iron intake is absorbed. This is important because the body has no mechanism to excrete iron from the body, other than by abnormal bleeding.
To measure your iron levels, you should have your blood taken whilst you are fasting in the morning and do not take any iron supplements for at least 24 hours before your blood test.
What causes too much iron in the body?
Hemochromatosis The inherited disorder of hemochromatosis causes severe iron excess or overload in the body. It is caused by an abnormal mutation (known as C282Y) in the HFE gene and you have to have 2 of these to have hemochromatosis. This abnormality causes an increased absorption of iron from the intestines around 3 times that of normal absorption. This occurs because of a deficiency in hepcidin in the liver. Hemochromatosis is rather common and affects 1 in 200 people of Caucasian race who carry two C282Y mutations on their HFE genes. Another type of gene mutation called H63D can cause iron overload in association with one C282Y mutation but to a much lesser degree. People with hemochromatosis can suffer severe consequences of iron overload including liver scarring (cirrhosis), liver cancer, heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, low sex hormones and a bronzing of the skin colour. The excess iron damages various organs in the body. It is important to diagnose hemochromatosis early by doing a blood test for the HFE gene mutation and iron studies to check serum iron, ferritin, transferrin saturation and serum iron. It is possible to prevent the excess iron from causing organ damage by removing blood on a regular basis. The treatment of blood removal is known as venesection. It may take many months or even several years to unload the body of excess iron and the venesections must be done regularly. Hemochromatosis disease is entirely preventable but a doctor must have a high degree of awareness of hemochromatosis in people of Caucasian descent. High Ferritin If the blood test reveals excessively high levels of ferritin in your blood, this means that the iron stored in your liver is leaking into the blood. This condition is much more common than hemochromatosis, which can be excluded by doing the test for the C282Y mutation in the HFE gene. If this mutation is not present, then the cause of the high iron stores (ferritin) is not hemochromatosis. Only 10% of cases of high ferritin are caused by hemochromatosis. Having high ferritin does not always mean that your whole body is overloaded with iron. The most common causes of high ferritin are –- Syndrome X and fatty liver caused by high insulin levels
- Liver disease
- Diabetes
- Obesity
- Some forms of cancer
- Some forms of infection
- Problems with the immune system causing excess inflammation
- Excess alcohol intake
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Did your GP say anything re your blood test results?
You may find this article helpful:https://www.liverdoctor.com/the-liver-helps-regulate-how-much-iron-is-in-your-body/
The above symptoms could also indicate inflammation and gut issues.
You may find this article helpful:https://www.liverdoctor.com/hidden-signs-your-body-is-inflamed/
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Kind regards,
Jessah Shaw
Nutritionist
i have done a blood work
on 29/3/2023 and all was normal execpt ferritine was 405 at the upper limit
i redid on 19/7/2023 and also all normal and the iron was 21 but the ferritin had increased to 494
i dont feel anything unsual and i do 5 days a week 45 minuts
can i know what to do
thank you
High ferritin can be caused by a number of disorders.
If it is combined with high iron in the blood, then we suggest you have gene tests to determine if you carry any of the hemochromatosis genes, and if so you are best to have a pint of blood removed every 3 months to keep iron load in check. A diet low in red meat and vitamin c supplements at least 4 hours away from any high iron containing meal.
If your serum iron is either low or not elevated then the high ferritin may be an indication of inflammation, usually in the liver itself but may also be associated with pain in body, often joints.
To lower this ferritin, it is important to remove all gluten, sugar, sodas, high fructose corn syrup, artificial sweeteners, processed and take-out foods from your diet. You are encouraged to have 2 cups of fresh vegetable juice to flush your liver and body with powerful alkalinising antioxidant nutrients.
Dr Cabot recommends you begin taking
Livatone Plus – 1 cap twice daily for 2 weeks and then 2 capsules twice daily, to improve liver function.
N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC 600mg) – 1 cap twice daily for 2 weeks and then 2 capsules twice daily well away from food, if any upset occurs take at the beginning of your meals. NAC should be taken with a whole glass of water away from food. Do not take just before retiring to bed. NAC can be strong on the stomach, and this is why you need to take it with a whole glass of water.This supplement works well with Livatone Plus to get your liver better faster. This supplement hastens liver healing. This supplement is the precursor nutrient of glutathione; the body’s strongest anti-oxidant.
Collagen food – ½ to 1 teaspoon twice daily in vegetable juice or water to reduce oxidation, inflammation and boost liver health. Remember to take this one well away from red meats and other iron rich foods.
Kind regards,
Jessah Shaw
Nutritionist
The iron overload will gradually reduce so don’t worry too much.
The best way to detox your body is to take the following –
Drink plenty of water
Take (N-Acetyl-Cysteine) = NAC in a dose of 2 capsules twice daily inbetween meals (mid-morning & mid-afternoon) with a whole large glass of water.
Take LIVATONE PLUS 2 capsules twice day.
I have not seen your iron levels but if they are severely elevated you can get a treatment known as
Phlebotomy which quickly removes extra iron from your blood. Phlebotomy is simple, inexpensive, and safe. How much blood is drawn and how often depends on your iron levels.
Avoid inflammatory foods such as sugar, processed foods and high carb foods. Avoid gluten.
Dr Sandra Cabot
You have liver inflammation which can lead to cirrhosis.
Your high ferritin is most likely due to fatty liver and liver inflammation.
I presume hemachromatosis was excluded?
I would recommend you follow the diet in my videos on fatty liver and take LIVATONE PLUS capsules 4 daily, and NAC capsules, 2 caps twice day inbetween meals with a large glass of water.
You will see blood tests normalize over 6 to 12 months as your liver heals.
Dr Sandra Cabot
www.liverdoctor.com
Ferritin 600
AST- 538
ALT- 363
Bilirubin- .5
Total Iron Binding Capacity- 433
GGTP- 129
But yet the doctor is saying it's just a virus. Should i be worried
Liver inflammation often sees an increase in Ferritin.
All your liver enzymes are also elevated and if your doctor suggests it may be a virus, it is best to check your blood for liver virus status to make sure it is only transitory.
If this problem has been present for some time you are advised to have an abdominal or liver ultrasound to determine its architectural integrity.
To reduce liver inflammation and to kill viruses that may be present Dr Cabot prescribes Livatone Plus - 2 capsules twice daily and NAC - 2 capsules twice daily away from food with a large glass of water to avoid stomach distress.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
My Ferritin seems fine at 50.47.
But the iron levels went from 60 in March to 149 in June and now 214 in October. The % saturation went up too from 19 to now 74. The UIBC went from 201 to now 72L. Not sure if it's related by my WBC is low at 2.6 and RBC is 3.5. My hemoglobin was too low - 11 - to donate blood. The doc is testing me for the gene and doing a liver ultrasound. Any ideas? I feel okay!
Are you taking iron supplements or eating foods high in iron that may explain your high circulating iron?
We are pleased that your doctor is ordering an ultrasound and we hope that the spleen and kidneys will also be investigated in the scan.
We do not see this picture very often and if these tests are not conclusive then further ones are needed to discount infections or other concerns.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
We take it that it is your Ferritin that is up to 3800.
There are some medications that cause severe liver disease, but we are not considering this here as we are sure your doctor would have discussed this with you.
When high ferritin is present it is a situation that we refer to as Leaky Liver and is a very strong indication of inflammation of the liver and perhaps the digestive system.
Uncontrolled non-alcohol derived Fatty Liver is beginning to be an equal cause of liver fibrosis and cirrhosis to alcohol.
It is important to stop whatever is causing the inflammation immediately.
If you consume considerable amounts of alcohol then this needs to be severely curtailed.
Diet is the other area that is to be considered and we strongly recommend Dr Cabot’s 15 Day Cleanse and Maintenance Program.
Supplementation is also necessary and Dr Cabot prescribes Livatone Plus and NAC.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
My ferritin level is: 812 ng/mL
Iron (serum): 103 ug/dL
TIBC: 302 ug/dL
Iron saturation: 34%
Liver health:
My ALT is 132 IU/L
AST is 55 IU/L
Bilirubin 0.5 mg/dL
So my iron numbers are all within range, except for the ferritin is high. And my liver numbers are high except for bilirubin is normal.
Do you think the elevated ferritin is mainly a result of inflammation?
And with these numbers, could hemochromatosis likely be ruled out?
Your readings are most likely due to inflammation in your liver. Addressing the reason why your liver is inflamed should help to correct your ferritin level. The book Fatty Liver: You Can Reverse It should help.
Kind regards,
Margaret Jasinska
Naturopath for Liverdoctor.com
Could use some help. Male 53. Total iron 305, Iron binding 368, saturation 83%, Ferritin 101. Did Dna test for hfe gene and result was negative. Developed hypothyroidism within last 7 years. Suffering from abdominal pain upper left side of abdomen.
Thank you for your comment.
The abdominal pain should be investigated.
Make sure your liver is healthy, as if it is inflamed, it attracts iron and can accumulate it. Livatone Plus, 2 capsules twice daily with meals should help.
Gut Health powder may help to ease the abdominal pain.
Kind Regards,
Margaret Jasinska
Naturopath for Liverdoctor.com
I am a 54 year old male with the following levels following my recent blood test:
Iron: 195 mcg/dL
TIBC: 269 mcg/dL
Iron % Saturation: 72%
Ferritin: 1090 ng/mL
Hemochromatosis has never been present in my family as far as I know, but I have been told that I may have the condition. Can you please advise? Thank you so much!
Thank you for your email.
Your iron studies results are not uniformly consistent with hemochromatosis, and may indicate inflammation, although blood tests to discount any genetic abnormality is advisable.
If you have any liver conditions that may increase inflammation, like Fatty Liver, fibrosis, infection, or autoimmunity we invite you to download Dr Cabot’s generously offered free e-book athttps://www.liverdoctor.com/the-vital-principles-of-liver-cleansing-free-download/ for your knowledge and treatment.
To boost liver health and your vitality, Dr Cabot prescribes
Livatone Plus – 1 to 2 capsules twice daily, to improve liver function.
N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC 600mg) – 1 to 2 capsules twice daily well away from food, if any upset occurs take at the beginning of your meals. This supplement works well with Livatone Plus to get your liver better faster. This supplement is the precursor nutrient of glutathione; the body’s strongest anti-oxidant.
MSM + Vitamin C – ½ to 1 teaspoon twice daily in vegetable juice or water to reduce oxidation, inflammation and boost liver health.
You may purchase these supplements and Dr Cabot’s books athttps://shop.liverdoctor.com/
Victoria Taylor
Naturopath
Any idea what it could be?
Thanks in advance
Thank you for your enquiry.
As the article states, only 10% of high ferritin is due to hemochromatosis, but because your saturation is a little high it may be worthwhile to have the blood test to determine if you have the gene abnormality that codes for this condition.
In the event that you do not have any faulty genes, raised ferritin is an indication of inflammation.
We invite you to download Dr Cabot’s generously offered free e-book athttps://www.liverdoctor.com/the-vital-principles-of-liver-cleansing-free-download/ for your knowledge and treatment.
To boost liver health and your vitality, Dr Cabot prescribes
Livatone Plus – 1 to 2 capsules twice daily, to improve liver function.
N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC 600mg) – 1 to 2 capsules twice daily well away from food, if any upset occurs take at the beginning of your meals. This supplement works well with Livatone Plus to get your liver better faster.
MSM + Vitamin C – ½ to 1 teaspoon twice daily in vegetable juice or water to reduce oxidation, inflammation and boost liver health.
You may purchase these supplements and Dr Cabot’s books athttps://shop.liverdoctor.com/
Kind Regards,
Victoria Taylor
Naturopath for Liverdoctor.com
I have been very unwell for the past 2 weeks now with
Headache
Fatigue
Dizziness
Hot\cold flushes and night sweats
Stomach pains\period like cramps
Bleeding gums\taste of blood in mouth
Strog palpitations in abdomen (aorta)
I have just had blood test results back with borderline iron (being over not under)
And have today had another test for ferratin levels
The fact my iron is over is very surprising to me, I do not eat any red meat or take any supplements, and I am not the best at eating my greens!
This has also rang alarm bells as when looking at my results today, they were the same 'borderline ' over as the last time I was very ill with the same symptoms (which started 2 years ago)
Yet my doctor is still putting my symptoms purely down to 'stress' which I can say without a doubt I do not feel!
Is it not blatantly obvious that my iron level being high is causing this illness? I am a very small\slight lady so wonder if a small amount over could have greater effect?
I hope to get my ferratin results in the next couple days.
This is really effecting my day to day life and I feel no-one is taking me seriously.
Your advice will be very much appreciated.
Thank you for your enquiry.
High circulating iron, usually indicates a raised ferritin level.
Ferritin is the stored form of iron and it is stored in your liver.
High iron symptoms are usually associated with liver congestion.
Dr Cabot has recently released her 15 Day Cleanse - Two weeks to begin your journey toward improved liver health and function, utilising both supplements and a tasty, easy to prepare dietary regimen. Please go to www.drcabotcleanse.com to place an order.
After completing the Cleanse, to further protect and boost liver health and your vitality, Dr Cabot prescribes
Livatone Plus – 1 to 2 capsules twice daily, to improve liver function.
N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC 600mg) – 1 to 2 capsules twice daily well away from food, if any upset occurs take at the beginning of your meals. This supplement works well with Livatone Plus to get your liver better faster.
MSM + Vitamin C – ½ to 1 teaspoon twice daily in vegetable juice or water to reduce oxidation, inflammation and boost liver health.
You may purchase these supplements and Dr Cabot’s books athttps://shop.liverdoctor.com/
Kind Regards,
Victoria Taylor
Naturopath for Liverdoctor.com
Given the information you have emailed, it may be best if you continue consulting your healthcare professional.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutrition Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
I have Type 2 diabetes which is very much under control. I also have myelodysplastic syndrome but not transfusion dependent yet but my HgB swings between 7.8 and 10.4.
Question is, do you think I should just wait and see what happens ??
High ferritin with normal iron indicates inflammation and having diabetes type 2 is very inflammatory for the body.
Rather than managing diabetes, we recommend reversing it and the dietary recommendations in Dr Cabot’s wonderful book ‘Diabetes Type 2: You Can Reverse It Naturally’.
Have your kidney function checked, as they produce the hormone that promotes the production of red blood cells.
To assist you to boost your health and reduce inflammatory processes, Dr Cabot recommends
Kidney Health Formula – 2 capsules daily with food.
Berberine – 1 capsule three times daily – Day 2. To balance blood glucose, lower cholesterol and triglycerides, reduce anxiety, alleviate depression, and support a healthy intestinal flora.
Regards,
Victoria Taylor- Naturopath for Liverdoctor.com
Artificial sweeteners are capable of causing toxic reactions in the body and place extra stress on the liver which has to break these toxins down.
They should definitely be avoided by those with liver inflammation, liver disease or fatty liver.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutrition Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
Are you referring to your husband's Ferritin level?
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutrition Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
My name is Liezl. I have been in and out of the hospital. After a lost of tests the results came back iv got Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Im not a drinker at all, but the Dr said my liver looks like a drinkers liver. My Iron level is 620, im a diabetes but my Dr said is not my diabetic fault that I have a liver problem and it is also not the iron fault that my liver is big and sick.I was at the Dr yesterday again, im going every second week and they still don't have answers for me. The Dr prefer me to another Dr now for the 02 May...I'm worried that there can be more damage before they know what is the cause of my problem.I'm throwing up every morning and start to loose wait. I'm not in a lot of pain the whole time but it is sore and the swallow liver is uncomfortable. Some time I will get a very sharp pain, my spleen is also swollen. I don't have a medical aid so I going to Ceceilia Makiwana Hospital Dr's. I am really worried about it.
Fatty liver in non-drinkers is usually caused by a faulty diet that is usually rich in carbohydrate and processed food.
To reverse both your Fatty Liver and your diabetes, Dr Cabot prescribes her ground-breaking book, ‘Diabetes Type 2: You Can Reverse It Naturally’, and follow the very effective dietary plan it embraces.
To hasten the reversal process, Dr Cabot prescribes
Berberine – 1 capsule three times daily. To balance blood glucose, lower cholesterol and triglycerides, reduce anxiety, alleviate depression, and support a healthy intestinal flora.
Livatone Plus – 1 to 2 capsules twice daily, to improve liver function.
N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC 600mg) – 1 to 2 capsules twice daily well away from food, if any upset occurs take at the beginning of your meals. This supplement works well with Livatone Plus to get your liver better faster.
MSM + Vitamin C – ½ to 1 teaspoon twice daily in vegetable juice or water to reduce oxidation, inflammation and boost liver health.
You may purchase these supplements and Dr Cabot’s books athttps://shop.liverdoctor.com/
Kind Regards,
Victoria Taylor
Naturopath for Liverdoctor.com
High ferritin can be caused by a number of disorders.
If it is combined with high iron in the blood, then we suggest you have gene tests to determine if you carry any of the hemochromatosis genes, and if so you are best to have a pint of blood removed every 3 months to keep iron load in check. A diet low in red meat and vitamin c supplements at least 4 hours away from any high iron containing meal.
If your serum iron is either low or not elevated then the high ferritin may be an indication of inflammation, usually in the liver itself but may also be associated with pain in body, often joints.
To lower this ferritin, it is important to remove all gluten, sugar, sodas, high fructose corn syrup, artificial sweeteners, processed and take-out foods from your diet. You are encouraged to have 2 cups of fresh vegetable juice to flush your liver and body with powerful alkalinising antioxidant nutrients.
Dr Cabot recommends you begin taking
Livatone Plus – 2 capsules twice daily, to improve liver function.
N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC 600mg) – 2 capsules twice daily well away from food, if any upset occurs take at the beginning of your meals. This supplement works well with Livatone Plus to get your liver better faster. This supplement hastens liver healing. This supplement is the precursor nutrient of glutathione; the body’s strongest anti-oxidant.
Magnesium Ultrapotent – ½ teaspoon twice daily in a little water.
or
Magnesium Complete – 2 tablets twice daily.
MSM + Vitamin C – ½ to 1 teaspoon twice daily in vegetable juice or water to reduce oxidation, inflammation and boost liver health. Remember to take this one well away from red meats and other iron rich foods.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutrition Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
My facts: 50 years old, male - I have elevated ferritin levels with normal iron saturation in blood (and don’t have hemochromatosis). All other blood tests are normal, with no signs of inflammation. I lowered a ferritin level of 1260 down to current level of 968 by abstaining from alcohol for 3 months. Also lost 10 pounds. Slightly overweight, but not “obese"
I have 2 issues that I would love to get clarity on.
1) If iron levels in the blood are normal, does that DEFINITELY mean that there is excess iron stored in my organs (specifically the liver?) Or is it possible to have high ferritin just as an anomaly without excess iron in the body? (I ask because I don't have any other symptoms.)
and
2) You mention giving blood to lower ferritin levels. My previous understanding was that this is only useful if your blood is iron saturated. My serum iron levels are normal. Will giving blood help lower my ferritin anyway?
Thanks very much for your help.
"Many people with high ferritin levels are excellent candidates to become a regular blood donor as this can safely reduce the high ferritin levels."
We recommend you refer to your healthcare practitioner.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutritional Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
My Ferritin levels came back at 1482. I will be seeing a physician next week. No treatment has been started as yet. I have just stopped eating red meat and having any form of vitamin C. Is there a specific diet I need to follow?
Renee
High ferritin can be caused by a number of disorders.
If it is combined with high iron in the blood, then we suggest you have gene tests to determine if you carry any of the hemochromatosis genes, and if so you are best to have a pint of blood removed every 3 months to keep iron load in check. A diet low in red meat and vitamin c supplements at least 4 hours away from any high iron containing meal.
If your serum iron is either low or not elevated then the high ferritin may be an indication of inflammation, usually in the liver itself but may also be associated with pain in body, often joints.
To lower this ferritin, it is important to remove all gluten, sugar, sodas, high fructose corn syrup, artificial sweeteners, processed and take-out foods from your diet. You are encouraged to have 2 cups of fresh vegetable juice to flush your liver and body with powerful alkalinising antioxidant nutrients.
Dr Cabot recommends you begin taking
Livatone Plus – 2 capsules twice daily, to improve liver function.
N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC 600mg) – 2 capsules twice daily well away from food, if any upset occurs take at the beginning of your meals. This supplement works well with Livatone Plus to get your liver better faster. This supplement hastens liver healing. This supplement is the precursor nutrient of glutathione; the body’s strongest anti-oxidant.
Magnesium Ultrapotent – ½ teaspoon twice daily in a little water.
or
Magnesium Complete – 2 tablets twice daily.
MSM + Vitamin C – ½ to 1 teaspoon twice daily in vegetable juice or water to reduce oxidation, inflammation and boost liver health. Remember to take this one well away from red meats and other iron rich foods.
These supplements can be purchased here:https://shop.liverdoctor.com/
Let us know how you get on.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutritional Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
We recommend you consult with your healthcare practitioner.
You may benefit from taking
Livatone Plus – 2 capsules twice daily, to improve liver function.
N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC 600mg) – 2 capsules twice daily well away from food, if any upset occurs take at the beginning of your meals. This supplement works well with Livatone Plus to get your liver better faster. This supplement hastens liver healing. This supplement is the precursor nutrient of glutathione; the body’s strongest anti-oxidant.
Magnesium Ultrapotent – ½ teaspoon twice daily in a little water.
or
Magnesium Complete – 2 tablets twice daily.
MSM + Vitamin C – ½ to 1 teaspoon twice daily in vegetable juice or water to reduce oxidation, inflammation and boost liver health. Remember to take this one well away from red meats and other iron rich foods.
These supplements can be purchased here:https://shop.liverdoctor.com/
Let us know how you get on.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutritional Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
My PCP ordered labs during my annual check-up. My ferritin was 353. He referred me to a hematologist and he ordered labs. My ferritin had increased to 430. The test confirmed that I do not have the Hemochromatosis gene. My platelets were low and my glucose was elevated. I'm also experiencing dizziness, blacking out, inflammation from hip to ankle on my right side, stabbing pains upper right abdominal, and heart palpitations.
The hematologist doesn't seem concerned since I don't have the hemochromatosis gene but I'm exhausted and concerned since I'm having additional symptoms.
Did you ever find out what is wrong with you. I have the same symptoms and with a ferritin levelof 500+. That was last when I checked it in Oct. My right hip to toe are getting worse. All the blood test are clear.
High ferritin can be caused by a number of different disorders.
If your serum iron is either low or not elevated then the high ferritin may be an indication of inflammation, usually in the liver itself but may also be associated with pain in body, often joints.
To lower this ferritin, it is important to remove all gluten, sugar, sodas, high fructose corn syrup, artificial sweeteners, processed and take-out foods from your diet. You are encouraged to have 2 cups of fresh vegetable juice to flush your liver and body with powerful alkalinising antioxidant nutrients.
Dr Cabot recommends you begin taking
Livatone Plus – 2 capsules twice daily, to improve liver function.
N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC 600mg) – 2 capsules twice daily well away from food, if any upset occurs take at the beginning of your meals. This supplement works well with Livatone Plus to get your liver better faster. This supplement hastens liver healing. This supplement is the precursor nutrient of glutathione; the body’s strongest anti-oxidant.
Magnesium Ultrapotent – ½ teaspoon twice daily in a little water.
or
Magnesium Complete – 2 tablets twice daily.
MSM + Vitamin C – ½ to 1 teaspoon twice daily in vegetable juice or water to reduce oxidation, inflammation and boost liver health. Remember to take this one well away from red meats and other iron rich foods.
Let us know how you get on.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutritional Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
High ferritin can be caused by a number of disorders.
If it is combined with high iron in the blood, then we suggest you have gene tests to determine if you carry any of the hemochromatosis genes, and if so you are best to have a pint of blood removed every 3 months to keep iron load in check. A diet low in red meat and vitamin c supplements at least 4 hours away from any high iron containing meal.
If your serum iron is either low or not elevated then the high ferritin may be an indication of inflammation, usually in the liver itself but may also be associated with pain in body, often joints.
To lower this ferritin, it is important to remove all gluten, sugar, sodas, high fructose corn syrup, artificial sweeteners, processed and take-out foods from your diet. You are encouraged to have 2 cups of fresh vegetable juice to flush your liver and body with powerful alkalinising antioxidant nutrients.
Dr Cabot recommends you begin taking
Livatone Plus – 2 capsules twice daily, to improve liver function.
N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC 600mg) – 2 capsules twice daily well away from food, if any upset occurs take at the beginning of your meals. This supplement works well with Livatone Plus to get your liver better faster. This supplement hastens liver healing. This supplement is the precursor nutrient of glutathione; the body’s strongest anti-oxidant.
Magnesium Ultrapotent – ½ teaspoon twice daily in a little water.
or
Magnesium Complete – 2 tablets twice daily.
MSM + Vitamin C – ½ to 1 teaspoon twice daily in vegetable juice or water to reduce oxidation, inflammation and boost liver health. Remember to take this one well away from red meats and other iron rich foods.
Let us know how you get on.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutritional Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
My blood test is high in ferritin level (600 mcg/L) and it is not genetic as per another blood test done. Can I get high ferritin level due to my diet? Assuming the water I'm drinking in our area got very high iron composition maybe due to contamination working in iron ore mining area?
We recommend you purchase a water filter.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutrition Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
High ferritin can be caused by a number of disorders.
If it is combined with high iron in the blood, then we suggest you have gene tests to determine if you carry any of the hemochromatosis genes, and if so you are best to have a pint of blood removed every 3 months to keep iron load in check. A diet low in red meat and vitamin c supplements at least 4 hours away from any high iron containing meal.
If your serum iron is either low or not elevated then the high ferritin may be an indication of inflammation, usually in the liver itself but may also be associated with pain in body, often joints.
To lower this ferritin, it is important to remove all gluten, sugar, sodas, high fructose corn syrup, artificial sweeteners, processed and take-out foods from your diet. You are encouraged to have 2 cups of fresh vegetable juice to flush your liver and body with powerful alkalinising antioxidant nutrients.
Dr Cabot recommends you begin taking
Livatone Plus – 2 capsules twice daily, to improve liver function.
N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC 600mg) – 2 capsules twice daily well away from food, if any upset occurs take at the beginning of your meals. This supplement works well with Livatone Plus to get your liver better faster. This supplement hastens liver healing. This supplement is the precursor nutrient of glutathione; the body’s strongest anti-oxidant.
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Let us know how you get on.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutritional Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
Thanks for the rpely, actually here is the note from the doctor as he requested for me to see another specialist:
"Persistent elevated ferittin level"
"Negative screen for haemochromatosis gene"
"Latest ferritin 625 (increasing)"
Regular blood donation, will help? But can I still donate my blood even though it is high in ferritn level?
They will test your blood before they use it.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutritional Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
Hemochromatosis is an inherited disease.
If you are concerned about your iron levels, we recommend you get a blood test.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutritional Consultant for Liverdoctor.com