By Fiona Chin N.D. 
Iron & Chronic Kidney Disease: How to Prevent Anemia and Boost Energy Naturally
Iron deficiency is a common yet often overlooked complication of chronic kidney disease (CKD), contributing to anemia, fatigue, weakness, and reduced quality of life. In this video, Lindsey Zirker explains the critical connection between iron metabolism and kidney function, and how to manage iron levels effectively in CKD.
Learn how CKD disrupts iron regulation, why anemia is so prevalent, and what you can do through diet, supplementation, and clinical interventions to restore optimal iron status and feel your best.
🎥 In this video, you’ll learn:
- How iron is metabolized in the body and why CKD patients are prone to deficiency
- The role of hormones like erythropoietin and hepcidin in iron regulation
- When to consider iron supplements and how to interpret iron lab results
- The best iron-rich foods for kidney disease, including fruits, vegetables, and plant-based options
- How to enhance natural iron absorption with diet and lifestyle strategies
- Insights into iron infusions for CKD benefits, risks, and when they’re necessary
- The difference between dietary iron for anemia and medical iron treatments
Whether you’re living with CKD or supporting someone who is, this video delivers actionable strategies to manage anemia, increase energy, and support better kidney outcomes.
👉 Watch now to learn how to optimize iron levels naturally and safely in kidney disease.
0:00 Intro
00:14 Lindsey Zirker Introduction
01:22 How Iron and Anemia Are Linked in Kidney Disease?
03:23 Hormones That Control Iron in Kidney Disease
08:47 Understanding Iron Panel Results, Inflammation & Hidden Deficiencies
10:58 When to Consider Iron Supplementation in Kidney Disease?
12:47 When and How to Use Iron Supplements in Kidney Disease?
18:54 Gentle Iron Supplements & Absorption Strategies for Kidney Disease
21:34 Iron Infusions in Kidney Disease: Benefits, Risks & Best Practices
24:04 Boosting Iron Levels Through Food and Improving Absorption
28:37 Recognizing Iron Deficiency Symptoms Beyond Anemia
31:12 How Common Is Iron Deficiency in Kidney Disease and When to Address It?
35:50 Outro
