All of my blood tests in the past have shown my blood sugar level to be a little on the high side, but not at a place to worry about. The last one was higher and I’ve been more careful about pasta and potatoes, my favorite things.
Now, reading this, I’m wonder about iron. Back in September I began taking an iron supplement twice a week and the sugar level went up. Hmmmm...
Doctors estimate stored iron with a ferritin blood test.
If it’s less than 70 ng/ml, the person has an iron deficiency.
If it’s higher, for example, more than 100, one can reduce it removing blood.
Now, reading this, I’m wonder about iron. Back in September I began taking an iron supplement twice a week and the sugar level went up. Hmmmm...
- - - - - - -
One might have excess iron if one consumes more than one needs for years.