4: What I Recommend When Iron Supplements Aren't Working for More Energy

If you've ever been told to take iron to fix your fatigue, but it hasn't helped... or if you're getting a full night's sleep and still waking up exhausted… or your labs came back "normal" but you still feel foggy, breathless, and drained, this episode is for you!In this video, I'm walking you through what blood building actually means, why it matters for your iron stores, energy, hormones, and brain, and the top 5 blood-building nutrients I rely on in my clinical practice to help women finally restore their energy at the cellular level.You'll learn:Why your body may not be carrying oxygen efficiently (even with "normal" labs)The difference between heme and non-heme iron, and which one absorbs betterHow MTHFR gene variants affect your ability to use B12 and folateWhy minerals like copper, zinc, and magnesium are the spark plugs for your ATP and energyThe overlooked vitamin that could be the reason your iron supplements aren't workingWhich labs to ask for (beyond just a basic CBC)How to start supporting blood building through food firstResources Mentioned:MTHFR Deep Dive ArticleFavorite Beef Liver Capsules BrandBody Bio E-Lyte Balanced Electrolyte: On My FullscriptFREE Custom Women's Wellness Lab Panel Checklist---🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to today's episode. I'm so grateful to be part of your health journey!🤝 🚀 Ready to show up fully in your life with energy and vitality for your people and your purpose? Work with me: Private 1-1 and Group Coaching☎️ Or Text Me 'Coach' to (844) 819-5214 & I'll send you all the details!⏺️ Have a win from the podcast, a message to share, or a question you want to ask? Submit a recording here! You just might hear it on the next episode! 💬 Let's Connect:Watch These Episodes On YouTubeSchedule a Root Cause AssessmentJoin My Weekly VIP NewsletterFollow on Instagram @nikkiyeltonrdEmail Me: [email protected] The Website & 700+ Blog PostsTopic Suggestion & Feedback FormAbout:🌿 Nikki is a board-certified functional medicine practitioner and registered dietitian specializing in gut health, hormone balance, and root-cause fatigue. She helps purpose-driven women 35+ heal leaky gut, restore metabo...