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Because a low iron level is rarely an isolated problem. It is often caused by blood loss, inflammation, intestinal absorption problems or a lack of important cofactors such as vitamin C or copper. Anyone who simply supplements iron without knowing the actual cause is treating a symptom – not the cause. And in my experience, the psychological and emotional level also plays a decisive role, which is far too rarely considered in conventional medicine. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Because a low iron level is rarely an isolated problem. It is often caused by blood loss, inflammation, intestinal absorption problems or a lack of important cofactors such as vitamin C or copper. Anyone who simply supplements iron without knowing the actual cause is treating a symptom – not the cause. 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