Tag Nutrient Therapy

Natural Ways to Increase Iron Without Constipation

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  In Brief Safety: If you have Thalassemia or Hemochromatosis, taking iron can be fatal. Never supplement iron without a blood test confirming low Ferritin (stored iron) and low Hemoglobin. Blind supplementation causes liver damage. Effectiveness: Constipation from iron is…

How To Fix Magnesium Deficiency Symptoms

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  In Brief Safety: If you have kidney disease (CKD), you cannot excrete excess magnesium safely. Taking supplements can lead to hypermagnesemia, causing heart arrhythmia and cardiac arrest. Consult a nephrologist first. Effectiveness: Most deficiencies are not fixed because people…