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Iron Optimization
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Iron Optimization

Fix the most common cause of hair loss in women

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Iron supplementation (ferrous bisglycinate, 25–50mg) taken with vitamin C on an empty stomach to optimize ferritin levels above 70 ng/mL. Ferritin — stored iron — is the most commonly overlooked driver of diffuse hair shedding, especially in women. Studies show hair loss halts and reverses when ferritin is restored to optimal levels. Requires blood testing to confirm deficiency before supplementing.

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Sophie
Mar 29, 2026

Ferritin was at 12. Supplemented for 4 months and hair shedding completely stopped. Test your levels first.

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Aida
May 18, 2026

Dermatologist identified low ferritin as my only issue. Iron supplementation reversed my hair loss entirely.

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