Taking Apple Cider Vinegar For Iron Deficiency Anemia – Dr. Berg

Are you experiencing symptoms of iron deficiency? Find out what causes iron deficiency anemia and what you can do to fix it.

0:00 Introduction: What is iron deficiency anemia?
0:20 Iron deficiency symptoms
0:31 What causes iron deficiency anemia?
0:47 Decreased absorption of iron
1:32 Apple cider vinegar for iron-deficient anemia
3:10 Foods high in iron

In this video, we’re going to talk about iron-deficient anemia. Iron deficiency anemia is either a case of lowered red blood cells, decreased hemoglobin, or a decreased ability to carry oxygen through the blood.

Iron deficiency symptoms include feeling tired, craving ice, weakness, and shortness of breath. In advanced cases, paleness is also a sign of iron deficiency.

Several things can cause iron deficiency anemia. Blood loss caused by menstruation or trauma, ulcers, parasites, fibroids, cancer, infections, and genetics are all potential causes of iron deficiency.

One of the most common causes of iron deficiency is decreased absorption of iron caused by low hydrochloric acid in the stomach. Many people have low stomach acid which causes problems like GERD, acid reflux, and heartburn.

Apple cider vinegar with your meal can increase the absorption of iron and also decrease the negative side effects of low stomach acid. Antacids can worsen the problem by further depleting your stomach acid, making the stomach more alkaline, and decreasing the absorption of iron.

Oxalates found in spinach and Swiss chard can also deplete iron. If your diet is high in grains, you’re probably consuming a lot of phytic acid which can also bind to important minerals and decrease their absorption.

Gastric bypass surgery can cause you to become deficient in iron. This surgery decreases the surface area of the stomach and decreases the absorption of iron and other important minerals. Digestive problems like IBS, Crohn’s, and celiac can also cause you to become deficient in iron.

It can be helpful to add the following iron-rich foods to your diet if you have iron deficiency anemia:
•Clams
•Oysters
•Meat
•Eggs
•Liver (grass-fed)
•Octopus
•Spirulina

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 58, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

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Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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Thanks for watching! I hope this has increased your awareness about iron-deficient anemia. I’ll see you in the next video.

[TheMoonRain]

Dr. Berg is one of the greatest things to happen to YouTube

[littlebiffy]

I love this man, I'm pretty sure my family is getting so sick of me saying well dr Berg says this, dr berg says that lol I talk about him every day and the stuff I have learned

[brooksreed]

I would also say, there could be a multitude of reasons why iron may be low and there is not one cure. His point on oxalates/phytic acid is true. Others to add that are high in oxalates is dark chocolate. Also if you are supplementing Turmeric every day, that will lower iron status as well, in fact turmeric is given to people with overly high iron status.

You could also be deficient in Copper. Copper is a major player and helps the absorption of iron. You could also be too high in Calcium, high calcium inhibits absorption of iron.

So if your low in iron, I would say, obviously check your trace mineral status, but supplementing with copper (along with zinc, so to not deplete zinc, because copper depletes zinc, and also zinc is a major precursor for HCL-stomach acid production) supplement magnesium to counterbalance high calcium and balance with potassium. Lower intake of high oxalate foods. Eat organic red meat (high in heme- the highest absorbable version of iron). Supplementing with just iron may make your stomach hurt very bad, you would need to add allot of cofactors to help it assimilate and digest.

[MaryEllenAfter]

I've always been a huge ACV fan. My grandmother was born in 1885. She stressed the importance of ACV, and I'm happy I listened. Always enjoy your videos...MaryEllen

[mssn]

Kale is amazing for iron. It really helps, I’ve noticed the difference more than other green vegetables .

[mrskeppers]

Could you do a video specifically on low ferritin? I.e. supposedly you don't have anemia, but your ferritin is super low. Doctors aren't caring about this!

[CoffeeattheBeach]

Great points. I had reflux for years due to NOT having enough acid in my stomach, but the Dr. put me on anti-acids and it made it way worse. I got off those years ago and changed my diet entirely- fixed the problem.

[sharmaseema]

I'm very much thankful for such a huge generosity of yours, to think for people like us and explain so clearly thanx once again

[Super_Lancashire]

You've explained the deficiency beautifully Doc. Appreciate it, thanks.

[atx_kat]

..and years later, your video is still helping. I am about to begin iron infusions and I will also be adding in what Dr Berg has suggested. Thank you so much. I am a fan for life now....

[cx]

Awesome! I've always had anemia as a teen, but since I was diagnosed with Lupus as well my doctors just kind of pushed it off to the side to treat the latter. Glad you put a video up about Apple cider and anemia!

[saulgutierrez]

Spinach is more starch if u want iron try moringa

[spinnettdesigns]

My exact problem. So glad it's ACV! Thanks Doctor, I really appreciate it!!!

[tonelocrian]

Organic apple cider vinegar taken before or after meals & consuming foods high in iron will help you bounce back & some light weight training outdoors or regular cardio outdoors with help you come back stronger. Foods high in iron are : Clams, oysters, meat, egg, liver, octopus & spirulina ...

[BoswelliaLuna]

Can lead to horrible undereye circles too. Just horrible. Then people ask you what's wrong .. are you tired....you look sad, etc. Low iron sucks!!! Forget about doing a bunch of HIIT.

[paolac.]

❣I wonder why dr Berg you didn't mention here *unsulphured organic blackstrap molasses* as a great source of iron, as you explained in another video, in which so many people commented about its effectiveness treating anemia. I am so happy to know that now! According to them, Just 1 tsp daily was enough 🙂

[noname-nuoo]

Dr. Berg is the BEST. Thank you, Dr. Berg!!!!

[sylviamoses]

I take apple cider vinegar with the mother
It’s a refreshing drink that I take two or three days a week.
Thank you.

[beautyinj]

Dr Berg thank you for this video, I filled out your idea survey and asked you to do a video on anemia. I appreciate it, I struggle with anemia and this helps

[earthangelexplore]

God bless you Your posts are really helpful 🙂