Episode 16: What Runners Need to Know About Iron

Have you ever felt tired in training and like you just don't have another gear? So many different factors can contribute to fatigue in runners - including low iron levels. In this episode, we discuss iron for runners and what you need to know about this essential mineral. This episode does not constitute as medical advice - ultimately, if you have questions about iron, you are encouraged to reach out to a registered dietitian or a medical doctor.

Discussion points include:

- Laura's and Amanda's experiences with low ferritin

- What the different terms for iron mean

- The physiological benefits of iron

- Why you need to have bloodwork done before supplementing

- Factors that can decrease iron levels via poor absorption and loss

- Iron rich foods

- How to pick iron supplements

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References:

PMID: 33265953

https://lpi.oregonstate.edu/mic/minerals/iron

PMID: 31058762