In today’s episode, Dr. Christy Sutton breaks down the crucial markers to monitor for iron overload, from classic liver enzymes and iron panels to the often-overlooked cardiovascular and autoimmune risk factors that can clue you into complications before they become serious. You’ll learn about ancillary labs to watch for side effects in the liver, kidneys, brain, hormones, cardiovascular system, and more. Dr. Sutton unpacks the practical nuances of interpreting test results, why “mildly elevated” liver enzymes should never be dismissed, and how overlapping factors like copper, magnesium, and vitamin deficiencies can shape both diagnosis and management.

Join Dr. Christy Sutton's 6-hour Kharrazian Institute Master Class on Iron Overload & Undiagnosed Anemias and learn the protocols 90% of practitioners miss.

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00:00 Hemochromatosis Patient Lab Monitoring

04:45 Glutathione Testing and Liver Health

06:35 Type 1 Diabetes and Celiac Link

12:24 Hemochromatosis and Cardiovascular Risk

16:29 Copper and Ceruloplasmin Testing Insights

19:49 Copper, Iron, Zinc: Balancing Act

24:09 "Solving The Puzzle" Podcast Promo

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Anemia affects millions but is often misunderstood or oversimplified. Anemia isn’t just about having low iron. It means you don’t have enough healthy red blood cells or hemoglobin to get vital oxygen to your tissues, organs, and brain.

Host Chrissy Sutton breaks down the many different forms of anemia, from iron-deficiency to anemia of inflammation, and even discusses why you can actually have too much iron and still be anemic.

We’ll explore how to spot anemia not just with lab work, but by recognizing physical signs like paleness, fatigue, brittle nails, and even changes in your tongue and the whites of your eyes. Dr. Sutton highlights why anemia is more than just feeling tired—it’s tied to everything from exercise intolerance and heart palpitations to developmental delays in children and increased risk for disorders like ADHD.

This episode also unpacks the confusing overlap between high ferritin from inflammation versus hemochromatosis, goes in-depth on the impact of pregnancy and menstruation on iron levels, and shares actionable tips for both clinicians and patients.

To learn more, enroll in the Master Class “Iron Overload and Undiagnosed Anemias” at https://pages.kharrazianinstitute.com/sutton-anemia

• For patient-oriented functional medicine courses, visit https://drknews.com/online-courses/
• For practitioner functional medicine certification courses, visit https://kharrazianinstitute.com/
• For Certified Functional Nutrition education for both practitioners and lay people, visit https://afnlm.com/

00:00 Anemia and Heart Strain Connection

10:13 Low Iron Risks in Pregnancy

11:40 Early Pregnancy Iron Supplementation

18:14 Acid Reducers Impact Iron Levels

26:50 Pregnancy: Nutrient Absorption Challenges

31:43 "Decoding Iron Deficiency Causes"

34:08 Iron Deficiency Anemia Symptoms

40:51 Vitamin A Deficiency Risk Factors

47:24 "Copper's Role in Iron Regulation"

53:34 Diagnosing Hemolytic Anemia

54:26 Managing Aplastic Anemia Basics

01:01:52 Lead Cabinet Toxicity Solved

01:06:09 Ferritin Management Without Blood Removal

01:11:14 Digestive Challenges of Low Stomach Acid

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In this episode, Dr. Kharrazian dives into childhood developmental disorders, with a special focus on dyslexia and processing challenges. Learn why children struggle with reading, writing, or social interaction and how sensory and motor coordination issues are linked to brain development.

The conversation breaks down the different types of developmental disorders, from learning and sensory processing to motor skills, psychological health, and communication abilities. Dr. Kharrazian will clarify what dyslexia really is and explore its genetic roots, signs, symptoms, and why early diagnosis is critical.

You’ll also hear insights on sensory processing disorders, motor tics, behavioral challenges, and how functional medicine can support children—and adults—facing these challenges by optimizing brain health and development.

To dive deeper, enroll in the Kharrazian Institute’s Childhood Developmental Disorders course at https://pages.kharrazianinstitute.com/childhood-development-disorders.

• For patient-oriented functional medicine courses, visit https://drknews.com/online-courses/
• For practitioner functional medicine certification courses, visit https://kharrazianinstitute.com/
• For Certified Functional Nutrition education for both practitioners and lay people, visit https://afnlm.com/

00:00 Identifying Learning Disorder Pathways

05:15 Dyslexia Awareness and Diagnosis Progress

15:37 "Dyslexia-Induced Cognitive Fatigue"

19:40 Early Dyslexia Impact on Children

25:35 Dyslexia: Genetics and Coping Strategies

30:01 Dyslexia Screening: Nine Yes Indicators

33:17 Supporting Dyslexia: Diagnosis and Brain Health

37:23 Factors Impacting Brain Development

46:34 Neurorehab: Develop Weak Brain Areas

48:17 Sensory and Motor Disorders in Autism

54:02 Frontostriatal Pathway and Tics

01:00:47 "Understanding PANDAS/PANS in Children"

01:08:19 Comprehensive Child Development Disorder Checklist

01:09:25 "Pediatric Functional Medicine Overview"

01:14:30 Functional Medicine & Nutrition Education

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