Elevated Ferritin [What causes High Ferritin?] 2024

[@3cardmonty602]

Back in 2018 I had a Ferritin level of 4580. I was experiencing night sweats and leg cramps every night. I was subsequently diagnosed with Genetic Hemochromatosis. My phlebotomy schedule at first was a pint of blood per week. As my Ferritin went down, my schedule was lengthened to bi-weekly, then monthly, and now with a Ferritin level of 52 I am receiving phlebotomy treatments quarterly. My Doctor says I can eat as much red meat as I want to, and I do. My lipids are: Total Cholesterol = 169, Triglycerides = 42, HDL = 64, VLDL = 9, LDL = 96 I eat very low carb & high protein. I DO NOT eat any processed food, nor do I eat restaurant food.

[@renyfornow9570]

You are goals on the lab work!! Thanks for posting!!😂😊

[@karensarsfield9402]

Thank you. Thank you. You answered my question. Two of my brothers have hemochromatosis , my ferritin levels since menopause have increased. I am a double carrier and was told I can convert at anytime. I started carnivore after speaking to a hematologist. Not knowing I would start carnivore so she doesn’t know. So I didn’t know if I really should be eating this way. You made me feel so much better as does carnivore.

[@3cardmonty602]

@@karensarsfield9402 YW. Donate blood if you can. I could not donate blood because I needed many more Phlebotomies than Red Cross would allow. And I’ll require phlebotomies the rest of my life. 1 pint at a time.

[@DianefromOregon]

You can donate at blood banks with a doctor's recommendation.

[@3cardmonty602]

@@DianefromOregon Yea right. Tell a Doctor that in New Jersey. Ain’t gonna happen.

[@paulredman8509]

Yes! My doc referred me to a hematologist for high ferritin, after giving me a hard time for eating beef liver. It was at this time that I had also been on carnivore for approx 3-4 weeks. Doc referred me for genetic testing and the gene test has 3 possibilities- with combinations being the key. Luckily, I only had the basic, most common gene and no combo so both test AND hematologist said likelihood is unlikely. He also stated- and I confimed to him in my office- that ferritin is NOT an indicator of hemachromotosis, but % of iron saturation is! He went on to explain everything Dr. Berry did here that ferritin could be virtually anything. Furthermore, my normal doc sends me to Labcorp where ferritin was indeed high... hematologist had me tested in his office and ferritin was cut in half! Based on this, not only did hematologist recommend that I keep eating carnivore (as appeared to be working) but stated that it was unlikely that I had hemachromatosis as was originally believed. Very accurate video!

[@Kara-tq4mu]

So, sept.2022 I had a blood test (UK) and my ferritin level was 2487! Hemochromatosis was the instant diagnosis - Further investigation showed genetic form but, not the full blown version. I was scheduled for venesection - before this started I put myself on a ketovore diet. I had rib eye and eggs or avocado every day. 6 months later I started venesection and my first blood test (UK) showed a ferritin level of 900... So, when I was told that I would be okay so long as I didn't eat a big steak or similar - I just laughed! Venesection has brought down my ferritin level further, however, I am totally convinced that the ketovore diet is best for me! Thanks to the info from Dr. Ken Berry and his wife Neisha (I also have Hashimoto disease) Keep spreading the word! And note: high red meat consumption does not indicate high ferritin!!!!!

[@nicmonberg5974]

When A person has number as yours is you have the condition but they do need to confirm which they have and not sure what you mean by not full blown you either have it or do not. pay no attention tot hem they come from same nhs play book always either claiming diet has no role or that red meat is very bad it's BS. With a number as high as yours they would tend to want you in every 1-2 weeks to rush to get it down under 1000 and i hope they did other tests including scans when you get to numbers like yours organ damage can happen. hashimoto will improve with carnivore diet also make sure you get enough vit d

[@ericasimonson8737]

Sometimes I wonder why we pay to see doctors. I do most of the research and know more about all of my conditions than my doc🤷🏼‍♀️

[@user-im6fy4qp6m]

thats how it is everywhere now. only the bottom of the barrel are becoming doctors these days and everything is corporatized

[@sylviajerjerian]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@R__a872]

Then don't . "Your words indicate that you are ungrateful and unaware of the struggles of doctors. Of course, people like you will pay for silly stuff but the money spent on 12 years of hard work for a doctor is huge amount of money . This is heartbreaking to see ppl like you . BTW This channel is for a doc stop watching it and start studying anatomy and medical books And do ur own experiments on your way . 😊

[@tiffanyjones3583]

I only go to doctors for a diagnosis. From there, I do my own research, and ask specialists who are more knowledgeable about the condition and the body as a whole. I've learned so much more from acupuncturists who study Chinese medicine, chiropractors, holistic, and integretive doctors. It's sad because doctors go to school for years only to graduate with intermediate level knowledge. Prescribing pills is their antidote, many times recklessly, but unfortunately it's the system that grooms them this way.

[@charlesmachula5330]

@@R__a872 David Sackett, the father of evidence-based medicine once famously said:” half of what you’ll learn in medical school will be shown to be either dead wrong or out of date within five years of your graduation; the trouble is that nobody can tell you which half-so the most important thing to learn is how to learn on your own.” No need to take it personal. Evidence based medicine shouldn’t take offense at these statements, if it does it just proves this thesis correct.

[@jr-mynext50years41]

My ferritin level was 171 (labcorp) week before I started carnivore. My triglycerides were elevated too. I’m 57, 5’4” and started around 235ish lbs. I can’t wait to recheck my levels. I started ketovore first week of May and I started the BBBE challenge last Wednesday eating 2 meals a day in a 6 hour window. My gut issues improved right away and I’m down to 227 lbs as of this morning!

[@Pinkorchid72]

Hazzah

[@FreeGirl9608]

You go!! What a great start!!

[@rockhard9690]

Awesome man! Please give me an update of your bloodwork and progress whenever you do it again. Im starting my ketovore journey as well

[@kathyfrommaine75]

I have high ferritin and had to get a therapeutic phlebotomy every month. I was low carb/keto at the time. When I went carnivore, I only had to go once every 3 months, and even then it's only a couple points over the "normal" range. And, my perpetually high AST and ALT numbers were cut in half on carnivore. Can't beat that!

[@brooksy4068]

Wow!! Great to hear.

[@louisaw8600]

60 year old female with a ferritin level of 247. My Naturopath seemed unconcerned, but never really elaborated as to why. This video gave me the clarity I needed to contextualize my result. Thank you Dr. Berry. Keep up the good work.

[@marypolk9820]

Hey.... yes I was confused over my high lab levels. This clears things up

[@fran-gx3kf]

Never heard of ferritin until my blood test resulted in 667 (age 71, female) and alarmed. But then some have commented their's were over 1000, 1500, 2000 . They gave me, along with dr.Berry, that high ferritin level can be monitored, managed and lowered. What a relief for now. 👍💙

[@kathleenking47]

Donate a pint of blood

[@SEA-U2]

Good for you

[@mariaharo5468]

How are you now ? Mine is high and I am so worried about it, and doctor said is not a big deal 😭I am feeling tired and a lots of more symptoms.

[@sixpackbinky]

@@kathleenking47they won’t Take It if you’re a senior

[@scottruthven9282]

Have you had a genetic test for Hemocramotis?

[@milano888]

This came at the right moment. Wow, after years of low ferritin levels, my recent levels were abnormally high and last year. My b12 and liver enzymes were abnormally high too, but I did a blood test work for diseases and everything is fine as far as liver disease is concerned I’m negative.

[@theancientsancients1769]

Did you check for fatty liver on an ultrasound? As sometimes blood markers can be normal yet one can have fatty liver still

[@Healing_Decibels]

@@theancientsancients1769 seems about two thirds of us population have fatty liver, due to metabolic syndrome

[@Lugnut64052]

So glad Dr. Berry got around to talking about this. If your ferritin is high, the easiest way to reduce it is to donate blood.

[@janiceduncan9147]

Will they accept the blood of a diabetic with a high level of ferritin ? Should they be told or can they tell & refuse?

[@kenadams5504]

@@janiceduncan9147 They do a pinprick to test your blood before donating .Once , I couldn't donate because my iron was too low . You could phone ahead to ask if a diabetic's donation is acceptable .

[@kathyfrommaine75]

Check with your state. In Maine it's illegal to donate blood if you know you have high ferritin/iron. Huge fine, something like $10,000. Each state is different.

[@julieellis6793]

​@@kenadams5504I was told at the blood bank that they do take blood of diabetics.

[@user-lt8xu2uz3r]

Nope……. The Healthy way to lower high ferritin is to take IP6 from Pure Encapsulations.

[@GroovyDog999]

Ken Berry is an absolute gold mine. I listen to a lot of similar channels but this one is the best. 🌝

[@paprichaat5]

Literally. For him to pose labcorp ranges and quest saved my life

[@davemeise2192]

One can also have a high ferritin level after extreme trauma. I had a motorcycle accident and my ferritin levels rose to over 4000. It took almost three years for it to come down to a reasonable level. My Dr didn't jump to any conclusions and he opted to simply monitor me and take a blood test every six months. As long as my levels were dropping he was content. It's been five years and my ferritin levels are within range.

[@ActionPills]

💊 Ferritin is an acute phase reactant that increases with inflammation or infection. 💊 Genetic tests are required to confirm hereditary hemochromatosis. 💊 Autoimmune conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, can cause elevated ferritin. 💊 Alcohol consumption and liver diseases are common causes of elevated ferritin. 💊 Chronic kidney disease and metabolic syndrome can lead to elevated ferritin. 💊 Hemolytic anemias and cancer are less common but potential causes of elevated ferritin. 💊 Elevated ferritin is a non-specific marker and requires further investigation for a definitive diagnosis. 💊 Different reference labs report ferritin levels differently, so age and gender should be considered. 💊 Communication with doctors about ferritin levels and risk factors is important for accurate diagnosis.

[@vickiemiller4227]

Thank you. My liver is stressed because of chemotherapy...and my ferritin is high. Now I know why.

[@AParis-vm4sx]

As someone who distrusts some lab results & reporting (have hypothyroidism & take meds), I’m very grateful for the info & warnings you describe. Now, if only I could get my doc to relax slavish belief in lab numbers.

[@SuperViking62]

I have Hypothyroidism. I only take Atlantic Kelp Tablets (iodine). My TSH tests are good now. Did Synthroid..no change. Wishing you the best:)

[@sherylmccollum895]

Change doctors. I spent too many years taking awful advice from an uniformed doctor.

[@nikkijack911]

​@sherylmccollum895 I was a nurse and did the same...when it mattered most. I've sin e found better doctors, but there has been irreversible damage or damage that will take a very long time to correct

[@joanne4514]

@@SuperViking62 i am 64 and was diagnosed when i turned 62! Dr immediately wanted my on synthroid! i asked if there was anyway i could remediate it by tweaking my diet, but she laughed and said no! it was a life long of taking meds! i then asked for a less synthetic and she reluctantly put me on dessicated thyroid! i went even further by asking for a hormone specialist referral. Again, she was negative about any benefit to this request but agreed and i was scheduled with what was supposed to be our best endocrinologist! well, he was no better as he was himself on this synthroid and had been for twelve years! So, i took the matter in my own hands and did in fact change my eating habits! i continued with the meds for about two months then slowly weaned myself off. first by only taking half everyday for two weeks, then just taking one every other day for two weeks, and finally just 1/2 on mon, wed and friday for two weeks and stopped completely. i felt better, lost weight , energy came back and fog lifted! i returned to my original Dr and asked for a retest! well well well!!! i went from when first diagnosed at 5.99 down to 2.33. i get it checked every 6 months and it remains in that same range 2.33. I was tickled pink. i hate taking meds. i don't even like taking aspirins! always looking for a natural way and food is fuel so fuel yourself with real food! dump anything processed, deep fried and leave the sugar alone! best advice i can give! still going strong!! it can be done! 😁

[@otemoyansan]

Lab on 3-9-23,ferritin level 807(was 1700 sometime),zeroThyroid hormone,ALT123,AST 171, HgA1c=6.9,triglyceride=189 also suffered gout one year ago. I began Carnivore + intermittent fasting. My blood work 9 weeks after was amazing.Ferritin=73, Thyroid-normal, HgA1c=5.1,HDL=59,Triglyceride=147,ALT26 AST37 No gout, no aches ,no pains ,night vision is better, my head is clear, no depressed feeling though I gave up all the sweets.Amazing????

[@zuofu-ziv]

Similar, my ferritin was 386 before dietary shifting, then 290, and then 190 (4 months ago), also my other liver markers like ALT had been 30% over the upper normal limit for many years, came down to only 11. interestingly, I was eating a lot of meat, especially red meat. Because of the ferritin level (190 is still high and far from optimal) and bad sleep, I still worry about iron overlording though. Overall, my blood work is much better after around half a year's low carb diet.

[@Frank-dq4xj]

@@zuofu-ziv what was the dietary shift you mentioned? Could you be more descriptive?

[@bigshaq2929]

​@@Frank-dq4xjI put my house on the shift being switchi g to carnivore / lion diet. It's the only diet that can heal this well!!!

[@MichaTheLight]

And you had no blood letting? So just the carnivore diet changed it?

[@SandraHof]

Thank you for this video! When you likened ferritin blood test results to CRP it made sense of my last blood test results. My ferritin level was over 200 in October 2022. Before it was 120. I am 67 years old and have Hashimoto’s. At the same time I did the blood test I also had a urinalysis performed. It came back bad. After multiple urine tests, urine cultures, visiting specialists, having an ultasound that completely missed the problem in November, and then having a repeat ultrasound in January 2023 it was discover I had a 20 mm kidney stone in my right kidney. My first ever. Because urine cultures repeatedly came back negative even with bad urinalyses results, my GP and nephrologist would not put me on an antibiotic. Finally, I went to a urologist, who ordered the second ultrasound, and when he looked at my multiple urinalysis results he immediately said "You have an infection and it is really bad". He put me on an antibiotic, which made me feel so much better. I finally had the stone removed the end of April. I am curious what my ferritin levels will look like now, as I am sure it was elevated because of what was happening in my kidney.

[@ciskokidd5980]

Dude, after watching you for years, I need to point out how much glow you have, looking good Doc. Great job..

[@juliodumbobk]

great video. I am 67 and came with 321 ng/ml and according to labcorp is elevated. But at my age it is completly normal. Thanks again for empowering people with information. That is why I never follow my doctor's advice without doing my own research.

[@JohnThomasii]

I'm relatively new to your channel and have found your information and conclusions very accurate. I would like to be directed to, if you have already done one, a video comparing different labs and their lab results. Ir for oyu to do a video pointing out what you have found concerning any consistencies or inconsistencies either way you've found. Like the Lab Corps example you've shown. That would be great. I am 57 yo, morbidly obese, & have CHF, CKD stage 3, and type 2 diabetes. But watching your videos and adapting personal habits, I've lost about 25 lbs in just over a month. Like I saw on a couple of your videos I think, I now have a ream of dr's I see that work well, communicate with each other. I've got a long way to go and I thank you so much for the effort and really hard work you and your guests do and hopefully continue do. I thank you very much and wish nothing but the very best for you and your collogues and families.

[@Lamz..]

If you continue to follow Dr. Berry's guidelines, you're on the right track to health and loss of fat. I think you shouldn't overthink lab test results too much if you're just sticking to the proper human diet, it's the best thing you can do, regardless, if you feel ok. Keep it simple, and enjoy the ride, because you definitely will!

[@johnnafarrell3336]

Dr Berry has a book you can get on Kindle on that topic. How to read and understand lab results, plus lies my Dr Told Me. Love the Berry Family. First Dr I came across on here when I cried out to God to help me. Started Carnivore 9 months ago. LateJuly early August 2022 , weight 285 plus I’m only 5”3. So morbidly obese I could hardly walk, had to crawl upstairs I was depressed with anxiety, to sum it up my life was miserable at the time I started to follow the family Dr Berry was starting a BBBE challenge since I could only keep meat down, I dove right in. It’s a crazy wild ride with ups downs, at times crazy emotions. I read my journal that I started from the beginning and highlight every milestone. We have an amazing community where everyone is learning through one an other very supportive and loving. No criticism, no hate. Last but not least carful who you follow in the lines of so called Keto gurus who offer couching without any credentials. We as people aren’t all the same, we have different needs to heal. Much love and support on your journey ❤️. Current weight 190

[@davidjudd951]

@@Lamz.. Great advice on overthinking lab results. Like everything else in life, we need to be careful with overthinking situations. Numbers and charts are wonderful for assessing trends and habits, but it's important to not have paralysis through over-analysis.

[@davidjudd951]

​@@johnnafarrell3336Thank you for sharing your wonderful story of overcoming. Very inspiring, and yes, great advice on who to listen to, and understanding that no one single eating philosophy fits all. For me, Keto has been amazing in turning my health around. So I try to let that speak for itself while in social circles, and not turn people off with preaching about it. Which I've caught myself doing early on in this wonderful health transformation journey.

[@francescasaunders1020]

VERY INTELLIGENT, INFORMATIVE AND USEFUL. THANKS DOCTOR BERRY.

[@beepbeep1307]

I watch you all the time doctor as you always make sense so thank you. BEFORE i started the carnivore diet my irons had been high, but not too high for over a year. Doctor sent me for a genetic test and i have inherited 1 gene only so im not haemochromatosis and my doctor says that the fatigue i had ( re- carnivore) wasn't from the gene as there's no side affects. So here i am 3 months into the CD and feeling amazing. My inflammation, fatigue, sinus, high blood pressure, stable diabetes levels, lost weight & ive come off 3 medications as well and so much more good things has happened. Only one problem, i haven't told my gp yet as he's very old school. So when i have my bloods done next they will speak for themselves 😊

[@DianneElizabeth64]

I have an iron overload & high saturation. A copper deficiency was the culprit and supplementing copper not only has corrected the problem but saved me from painful blood donation that I faint at

[@user-wb4ty2ye7s]

I wonder if that could be my problem. I just got my bloodwork results and I have elevated Ferritin and also high iron and iron saturation. What's so upsetting is none of my doctors are even interested in investigating it. I have to do it myself.

[@Renee-radc]

Copper? Wow, thanks for sharing that info.

[@Thewritingisonthewallforusall]

Good to know

[@holistic-therapist.]

@@DianneElizabeth64 how much copper do you supplement with? To help with ferritin levels

[@shelleweber2564]

​​@@Renee-radcread a book by Morley Robbins called CUre your fatigue or watch his videos on copper and iron.

[@adamdavis1135]

I've been informed after genetic testing that I am a carrier of the gene. My levels aren't that high and dietary changes should help, but I had my first blood draw (pint) to lower the levels. However, I just got over the flu and have lived with chronic inflammation from back pain. I'd love to hear what you think of levels in the 400's. My previous visit it was 350. Thanks for the info.

[@LinneaSanchez]

Following

[@JYAN2852]

Chronic infection can cause ferritin to rise. SIBO is very common and fly under the radar. Request your doctor to do a hydrogen SIBO breath test done

[@nora-_-]

I asked him (Dr Berry) about this on a live because my old Dr told me it was high and I needed to reduce it by my diet but Dr Berry set me straight on it (high ferritin levels).😊

[@nora-_-]

Oh and at that moment, I had fatty liver and my Dr at the time knew that so that's why it was high (non elcholic)

[@janiceduncan9147]

What is normal for a 66 female? Always run in the circle of 200- 600 blood work with sugar.

[@janiceduncan9147]

Non drinker, but did many yrs ago

[@nora-_-]

@@janiceduncan9147 Dr. Ken Berry can answer that one, everyone is different so I truly can't answer that

[@julitoyranela7928]

you are spot on Doctor I have an elevated ferritin level I do have mild nash and just survived prostate cancer treatment.. now trying to figure out where it's coming from

[@JamieCarin]

I have followed you for a while and this video caught my eye. Most people don't even know what ferritin is or ever have it checked. I am 46yr old female with Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia so I am steroid dependent. I have 5 kids. Somewhere along the way my ferritin started running really low. In pregnancy it had been as low as 2mL. My youngest is 5 now and my ferritin continues to run very low. I have had two iron infusions in the last two years. It will bring my ferritin up into normal range and then it slowly drops down again over a year. We can't find a cause. No bleeding, no cancer, no genetic issues. Thoughts on the opposite issue??

[@PROVERBS31WAM]

@@JamieCarin copper deficiency?

[@horsenaturalbaby]

@@PROVERBS31WAM that's what I was thinking

[@Malcolm-Achtman]

I don't drink any alcohol. My last few ultrasounds reveal "no fatty liver." My kidneys are ok with an eGFR above 70 (not optimal but reasonable for my senior age). I don't have metabolic syndrome or diabetes. I'm about 6' tall, 142 lbs. My trigs are pretty decent (75 mg/dL). Fasting insulin varies (4 - 6 uIU/mL). But after going more animal-based in 2018, my ferritin has more than doubled from about 100 to well over 200. Prior to my last blood test I eased up on red meat and ate more chicken (chicken wings, chicken thighs with skin). My ferritin came down to 227 ug/L from a previous high of 273. By the way, my local lab has a very generous reference range of 30 - 500 ug/L for ferritin. My GGT (liver enzyme) came down to 67 U/L (from a prior value of 86). My ALT (another liver enzyme) came down nicely to 23 U/L (prior value was 39). So, it seems to me that red meat is raising my ferritin. I'm continuing to track it but I'm not worried about it. Note: My Total cholesterol and LDL-C values have doubled as well since going more animal-based.

[@BethMerkle]

I really love DR Berry and Neisha. I tell everyone he is my Dr now ha ha. Started carnivore when my husband died 4/2/24. lost 50 pounds and stopped taking jardiance and januvia .. Ferritin was 798 but just looked this up and now i can relax

[@Medhead101]

Ferritin is the storage form of iron in the body so I guess this is why doctors think an elevated ferritin indicates iron overload/haemochromatosis. But why would the body have more iron stores in cases of diabetes, metabolic syndrome, cancer etc?

[@JLH63]

look up Paul Mason,has explained this in a talk

[@Tyrannocaster]

As Berry said, ferritin is also an indicator of inflamation.

[@d.j.1927]

I have ferritin levels between 800-900. The GP made a big deal about it and had me tested for all kinds of infections and cancer. I tested negative for all. I also do not have genetic hemochromatosis. I went to my oncologist/hematologist, and he informed me that there are recent changes in the reading of ferritin levels considered in the normal range. Now, you can have a ferritin level up to 1,000. The report came out in March of this year, but the labs are just becoming aware. Also, I have Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, G6PD and CYP2C19 liver enzyme deficiencies, as well as nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. I have noticed that the only supplement that normalizes my liver enzymes is TUDCA. TUDCA really works. Also, I have tested as being 15% iron deficient and need iron supplementation.

[@frankb9941]

Where’s that report ?

[@Spacemonkeymojo]

Have you been tested for thalassemia?

[@d.j.1927]

I just checked with 23&Me, and I have zero variants for Thalassemia. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and concern. Best wishes for a Happy New Year.

[@Renee-radc]

What is TUDCA?

[@theancientsancients1769]

​@@Renee-radcTudca is good for the liver and helps many improve their abnormal liver enzymes. Great for liver is also Milk Thistle which regenerates repairs the liver and protects it and NAC protects and detoxes the liver as it boost glutathione levels the body master antioxidant.

[@lindamellingen5977]

Thank you for being there, Dr Ken D Berry.

[@kathleenwhite7446]

Please do one for lower Ferritin levels or poor iron absorption tests... 😁

[@suzziresleff7294]

I had low ferritin and my naturopath ordered ferritin from the supplement store .I recovered completely.

[@darkfieldcarnivore3928]

Oh deer!

[@jdbailey442]

Mine was resolved with Floradix mixed in Orange or Pineapple juice.

[@hendersoncrew336]

I have low ferritin levels. I have had to have infusions as nothing else works. I had an allergic reaction to one of them. So far it's held pretty steady but I had to have 6 rounds of infusions.

[@JamieCarin]

I also have to get iron infusions for low ferritin. The series of infusions will last me about a year before my ferritin drops to single digits again and I need another infusion. Hematologist can't find a cause. My ferritin was first checked during pregnancy and since iron issues is a common issue with pregnancy it was assumed that it was just that. My youngest is 5 now and it continues to be an issue. No amount of oral iron has helped.

[@cherylschumaker1366]

Husband is 830 he has liver disfuntion...so worried about him ..He refuses to eat red meat ...I suggested Seafood diet ..I pray he gets on board .. also has prostate problems and pre-diabetic and I'm doing my best to try to educate him through dr. Berry He is brainwashed 😢 and will listen to everyone else that have no idea about diet ....eats lots of rice 😢

[@kathleenking47]

Talk him into donating a pint of blood

[@WilliamPeck1958]

Bottom line is if you have high ferritin, something is wrong, so get further tests. What I didn't hear him say is that high ferritin for the carnivore diet is normal. Like high cholesterol is ok and who cares about that? (See Ken's "Lies My Doctor Told Me"). But with ferritin, something is wrong! LabCorp has a range now of 30-400, and I tested at 556. And wife is freaking out (carnivore for 4 months). But my Iron levels are good..

[@michaelholness741]

What are you thinking. I’m at 446 but I’ve dealt with chronic stomach inflammation for a while.

[@WilliamPeck1958]

@@michaelholness741 I was able to give blood at the Red Cross, but haven't checked my level yet. I was at 550.

[@jeanettecraster2027]

I am so grateful for this. I live in the UK. Recently had some bloods done as I have suspected IBS. As a result the Ferritin level came back as high. I was just told it relates to inflammation in the body. I have been so worried about it. To discover that there is a 'normal' range for genders and age has been an eye opener to say the least. I am 63 and therefore from this, I can see that my levels are perfectly normal. I have an appointment to see my doctor this week and will discuss further but your video has alleviated a lot of worry, thank you.

[@pauljosephcleary]

Interesting.I have diverticular disease and 600 ferritin.I dont drink, and i was thinking about inflammation down there,but did not ask the doc.Liver scan is next stop.Ferritin tracking is so annoying.

[@karenconder6418]

Look up I P60 Gold Plus, nettle powder for the inflammation . A lot of autoimmune symptoms can be elevated by the combination

[@jeanettecraster2027]

@@karenconder6418 Hi Karen - I googled P60 but couldn't find anything other than something to do with employment. Do you have a link for the product please?

[@karenconder6418]

@@jeanettecraster2027 Jean, l is an ip60 gold

[@paulameads1207]

Thank you so much Dr Berry. The last time I went to the doctor, she told me that I had an elevated ferritin level. At that time I wasn’t eating that much red meat and I told her so. I did however have pre-diabetes, fatty liver and hypothyroidism. Her recommendation to me was, get this, stop cooking in my cast iron pan. What a joke. Now I know what was really going on. Currently on carnivore (almost 2 weeks in). Currently adapting but have already noticed so many positive changes. Hopefully the PHD will resolve this issue as well.

[@vicki5472]

My ferritin level was elevated as well as my CRP and other inflammatory markers. I have been diagnosed with Lupus and RA for years. I am carnivore but I still have Black Tea with cream. I think I need to get rid of dairy but that is a tough one. right now I eat mostly red meat, pork belly, eggs and butter. Even my d-dimer was 2800! Maybe I need to fast lol. Anyway, I am down 75lbs with about 45 to go. And I am not bed bound anymore. I can work a full shift on my feet and it doesn't cripple me. That is progress. It just isn't quick for me like others. Been at this carnivore thing for 1.5 years now and quite happy to stay this way. Just need to tackle the dairy and tea. Thank you for all your information.

[@linak7155]

Congratulations on such a significant weight loss🥳 🎉 🪅 🎊 What's wrong with tea?🍵 a lil cream🥛 If it keeps you motivated, it might be OK 4u2 drink.

[@vicki5472]

@Lina Kツ maybe, but I still have such a high pain level, and I thought I should let it go and see if that helps.

[@Gengh13]

Unfortunately I also had to get rid of dairy. Try it for a week and then reintroduce it, and see how you feel.

[@vicki5472]

@@Gengh13 I will, thank you all for the encouragement 😊

[@brooksy4068]

My ferritin levels are at 5. So totally opposite, very low. Trying to figure out why. Just started carnivore 6 days ago. Already feeling so much better. Another great Video.

[@nicmonberg5974]

Females will have low at times because of monthly bleeding. 6 days is nothing a diet doesn't really take proper effort or impact until 3-6 months. You need doctor to check other labs and if you have had other tests to compare

[@WaraluckPeterson-qt7xs]

My husband has been diagnosed with hereditary hemochromatosis in 2014. His ferritin level was around1800. He also has hypertension, hypothyroidism, osteoarthritis, gout attack and foot infection, abnormal liver function test. We try low carb diet since 2018 things get better but not completely cure his symptoms. Would you please make video about HH patients who want to do ketovore properly without increase their ferritin level too high. Thank you 🙏

[@nicmonberg5974]

diet has nothing to do with numbers going up. experiment on myself and few other people i know with this condition it was the plants which raised iron numbers eating for example just meat they was stable with small increases unless sick in some other manner. That many health issues do not expect a diet to be a miracle cure.

[@ScottAdamsVT]

I do have elevated ferritin...both my wife and I have the hemochomatosis HFE gene. My levels are between 500 and 700. I've been on the carnivore diet for 4 years. Maybe you can do a video on what carnivores can do in this situation? This video was very informative!

[@kathyfrommaine75]

I have high ferritin and had to get a therapeutic phlebotomy every month. I was low carb/keto at the time. When I went carnivore, I only had to go once every 3 months, and even then it's only a couple points over the "normal" range. And, my perpetually high AST and ALT numbers were cut in half on carnivore. Can't beat that!

[@SamanthaTreat]

My ferritin was only in the 600’s when I was diagnosed with hemochromatosis. If you have the genes. Has your doctor done a full iron panel with iron binding and saturation and serum levels? If not definitely get those run. I’d be skeptical of a doc not ordering those with known genes for HH

[@user-im6fy4qp6m]

@@SamanthaTreat where do you get teh gene test? my doctor doesnt do those

[@TweetyPAK7]

Those are high ferritin levels! My gosh, you havent had any phlebotomies?? If they stay like that, the excess iron will get tucked into your liver, heart, pancreas, kidneys, etc. it's dangerous to carry high iron. And you KNOW you have Hemachromatosis! Get your Phlebotomies!

[@ScottAdamsVT]

@@TweetyPAK7 Somehow it has leveled out on its own, around 400. Doc said, "lets just keep an eye on it and get it checked every 6 months.

[@Nicole9002]

I continue to listen to this guy not because of all his useful information but because I know what he says works since he continues to age in reverse 😉.

[@shawnahess557]

Prior to my recent lab work, I watched your video on important tests to include, which is how I even know that my ferritin level is elevated. Thanks to this video, I have learned that my inflammation markers and HOMA-IR are an important part of the picture. Being carnivore has improved my quality of life and Lupus symptoms so much, that significantly reducing my red meat consumption is not an option.

[@thehoop74]

Thank you!!!!! My ferritin level was 221 and LabCorp said it was dangerously high. But other sites said over 1000 so I didn't know what to believe. I don't have diabetes or kidney disease. My liver enzymes were great. Ultrasound of liver and pancreas were normal. Only thing I can think is I drink 2 or 3 beers a night to sleep and i have IBS D. I wish you were my physician!!!!!

[@TheGabrielino98]

You are dehydrated from the beers

[@crystala917]

Thanks sooo much for this informative video Dr.Berry!!! I just got my blood work back from Lab Corps, & my Ferritin level is 194. I was stressed at first when I saw this, but now I feel much better after watching your video. GOD BLESS YOU!!! ❤❤❤

[@MelindasMessySink]

I always learn so much watching your videos. Thanks for the good info Dr. Berry!

[@jimmymalone3494]

Thank you Dr.Berry for sharing with us

[@lilystonne4108]

I have elevated ferritin (577) but normal liver tests, so no iron overload. My doctor told me not to worry, but I do worry. I keep asking her for the cause and the answer is always, inflammation. Finally, she got fed up and referred me to a haematologist/oncologist. He turned out to be a very nice man and patiently explained the ferritin situation and answered all my questions. The inflammation can be from any irritation in my body. He mentioned my kidney stone condition and said that could be where the reaction is coming from, the sandy particles in the kidney being irritating to my body. The fact that the ferritin levels keep fluctuation (and not keep rising) is a sign of inflammation rather than something more sinister. The conclusion was that no action should be taken at this time. Just keep an eye on the ferritin levels and the liver enzymes.

[@nicmonberg5974]

those liver tests are not that great i was even told by consultant it may not flag up until fair amount of damage has been done which is why people are suppose to have a scan as well. Other tests as well transferrin saturation is a very good test to show if some one has iron overload.

[@lilystonne4108]

@@nicmonberg5974 Is transferin saturation same as Alanine Aminotransferrase? I have that test done every year. It is always within normal range. I got an abdominal MRI for my kidney stone condition in May 2023. The report mentioned that my liver appears normal. So I am at an impasse. Still have high ferritin (562) in my labs this month but I can’t think of what else to ask my family doctor. He and the haematologist both tell me that I do not have iron overload, so I will just give it a rest. Thank you for your response.

[@luciavasile2895]

Dr. Ken Berry you saved my life in 2022. You will allways have my respect sir👌🤙🏻👍🫶💪🧠

[@JudiInIdaho]

I have high ferritin levels, doc told me no spinach and cut red meat down in my diet. This info makes a lot of sense, I have Hoshimotos and Nash. Thank you !!

[@marthabeach5318]

Thank you. I've been looking for this information. 72 yr old female with 20 yrs of hypothyroidism. Finally got thorough thyroid tests in the USA that they won't do in Canada and found antibodies indicating Hashimotos. For the last 2 months I've added T3 and have already seen a difference. I now look forward to seeing if my chronically high Ferritin levels will be reduced. Thanks for the thorough coverage.

[@mirellagentil3712]

Thank you for the explanation. My result came back as 478 iug/ml . I will follow up with my Md. Thank you dr.ken

[@Dlindo8892]

Mine was 468 recently. What did you find out?

[@CoachStephen]

Great Ken. I talk about this a lot. Glad you've got it out to so many more people

[@stalstonestacy4316]

Dr. Ken D Berry is always on his game

[@peterpetino9590]

Hi, I have type 2 and have been on Keto for over a year without type 2 meds. Thanks to your teachings.

[@Lamz..]

You *had. Throw away that label, it will never come back if you stick to real foods.

[@33awesomeman33]

I did carnivore diet for a couple months. Felt great while on it but eventually went back to normal diet. My iron levels were high and it started affecting my T levels. I had normal total T but super low free T. Cut alcohol completely and Going to donate blood tomorrow to reduce iron levels. Will let you guys know if I see any benefits.

[@Vincent-tp9oz]

Good Evening Doctor..I am 61-1/2 years old and let 18 months go by before getting my teeth cleaned. While I was there, the dentist told me that my teeth were solid per the X-Rays, but some areas of the mouth had a mild case of Gingivitis on my upper and lower right side gum. He prescribed an Oral rinse namely, Chlorhexidine Gluconate. I have been using it now for 8 days, it is to be used for a total of 14 days according to him. He said to rinse the mouth for 30 seconds at night time before I go to bed. I went back to him on Thursday 6/29/23 and informed him that those gum areas are still bothering me somewhat. He did tests on the teeth for those gum areas and said the teeth are fine. He said something that threw me off, he said maybe I should see the primary care physician and get a blood workup. He said maybe you have Diabetes or a systemic problem in the body. So, the next day I went for a blood test. Two days later I received an email. It showed that my Ferritin level is 429, The range according to LabCorp is 30 to 400. I saw that my Glucose level was 5.3. Way below even pre-diabetes ranges. But the Ferritin scared me somewhat. Would the inflamation that I have been experiencing way before me going to the dentist attribute to a high Ferritin level? Even my Magnesium level of 2.4 was 0.1 higher than the top end of its range which is 1.6 to 2.3.. I would love to hear from you. I believe it will help me better digest the lab results that I got today..

[@Vincent-tp9oz]

Hello again, I am Vincent the fellow that wrote the information above. I forgot to mention that my AST level was 16 (the range for this is 0 to 40) and my ALT reading was 14 (the range for this is 0 to 44). Some one had mentioned a GGT reading, what is that? Thank you!

[@rengsn4655]

Thanks Dr Berry! What would be your advice for those of us with thalassemia minor embarking on a carnivore diet in order to prevent iron overload?

[@susanhartman2449]

I do have genetic hemachromatosis . I have regular phlebotomy’s to keep my ferritin level down.

[@JoaninFlorida]

Me too. I just found out I had HH last spring and I have to get a pint of blood removed every two weeks for at least the next year. No fun.

[@leigh7802]

I recently had my blood labs done, at 66, and my ferritin is 373. I have been 95% carnivore for 29 months. My AST and ALD are both off the charts. I had almost always had a drink in the evenings, and didn't think that was a big deal, but after you saying that's all it takes, I am wondering if that is the culprit. Thank you for this information, and so timely for me. It's just the kick I needed to quit drinking alcohol altogether and be 100% carnivore.

[@DeionHarris]

what is this canivore diet they keep talking about

[@dr1johnson]

meat. Fish, eggs and butter are meat, cuz they are from animals. But not bugs@@DeionHarris

[@DeionHarris]

dam i know meat is meat my god and i know fish is meat and i know eggs come from meat and i also know gelatin is meat thats pork and butter it has milk in it i think u need to get off of the canivore diet it has made you super stu fareal @@dr1johnson

[@percyhawkins716]

Dr. Berry, great video but when are you going to do one on NAC?

[@JannaKirby-v4f]

So helpful!! I did all kinds of research and came up with nothing. This was wonderful. Thank you

[@MM-hm2wy]

Thanks for explaining. Good info on how different labs have different ranges. I will do more research on any test they think is abnormal.

[@kimgreenlee4064]

My ferritin came back at 366. I’m 66. I’m wondering if I should give blood to bring it down or does it depend on why it’s high ? Unfortunately the medicals doctors I’ve been to have no advise.

[@anitamarshall7528]

After three years of trying to get a diagnosis, I finally have one that I self diagnosed. My doctors could not figure it out. After a process of elimination and three tries doing a 24 hr urine test(The labs kept exposing my urine to the light)my Primary care dr agrees that I have Porphyria Cutanea Tarda. Red urine (it is not blood), hair growth on my face arms and hands and blisters on the back of my hands with liver enzymes,ferritin and iron levels that are skyrocketed. The specialist I was sent to looked at my husband and I and said I’m sorry I haven’t studied porphyrias since I was in college. I am at a loss.

[@oh-brothers]

Genetic hemochromatosis is no joke... it's worth getting the genetic test to rule it out. I have 2 sibling that have it and now I have high ferritin too. I am waiting for my test results.

[@xyz987123abc]

Oh what joy I had when my MD told me my condition, hh, qualified me for an exception to the fda blood donation schedule. I am now allowed to donate blood a maximum of 100x per year. Thankfully few people ever have iron levels high enough for that.

[@SamanthaTreat]

But not every state’s regulations allow the Red Cross to accept the blood. My state doesn’t. I debated driving one state over where they could use my iron loaded blood for poor anemic people who need it, but weekly was just too much driving. So it had to be discarded

[@karenmorgan1672]

My husband is 73, he's had genetic test which was normal, doesn't drink, has a ferritin level of 1308, RBC of 2.73 and blood iron of 96, he's been to a hematologist, lots of test but no answers except anemia. I'm stressed.

[@leeedwards3783]

Hi. Thanks for sharing this video. I have high levels of transferrin saturation that keep rising. From the past 12 months it has gone up from 56% Saturation to 81% Saturation. Also, my serum iron has gone up from 31 to 48 umol/l. My Ferritin levels are normal. The doctors here in the uk don't seem to know what to do. They just say we should monitor it. Which we have been doing and they just keep on rising. The reason I had blood tests done was because I was feeling incredibly fatigued, with pains in my joints etc. Now I am looking online and now trying to change my diet for low iron foods etc. It is very dark.

[@Scorpion-b1e]

Hey Dr Berry. As someone who was having hormonal issues on the carnivore diet with things like elevated cortisol and lower testosterone. I think you should cover these topics more often. I started carnivore last year because of autoimmune and overall health issues. Not because I was fat. I feel like most of your advice is directed towards overweight people which is fine but what about the rest of us who aren’t overweight but have chronic health issues? I had diarrhea the entire time I was on carnivore and it never cleared up until I started eating fruit again. This isn’t a sugar craving or an excuse to eat other things. I actually enjoyed eating 100% animal products. Can you answer this for people like myself that had issues on carnivore? It would be much appreciated

[@TheNightKiing]

increase your fat intake and electrolytes intake dramatically.

[@beachestoranchesrealestate2798]

I have had elevated ferritin levels from 2 different labs since September. I have had extreme pain in my ribs and elevated soreness in all my muscles with very little activity. I am waiting for my next visit with Dr to discuss these findings. I am thinking there is a link between all these new aches and pain and ferritin levels. I am type 2 on top of this thanks for this video

[@AtHomeWithMisty]

Man, I needed this video 3 years ago. My number was over 400 every other month. I saw a hematologist and nothing. I have RA, Type 2 and I had been diagnosed with Myasthenia in 2017. Good to know it can be because of those things!

[@theancientsancients1769]

Alpha lipoic acid and tumeric can help with that

[@shellygradin8635]

So helpful! My labcorp was 376 as a 60 yr old female. Up from 260 last year.

[@MulberryManor]

When my son was a toddler, a finger poke suggested low iron. I couldn't understand why that would be and my doctor insisted that my son take iron supplements. After the first dose, he went pale as a sheet and threw up shortly after. I asked for a ferritin test which showed his iron storage levels off the charts. My doctor never really followed up except to say it was "transient". To this day I think there is an issue with my son's iron levels but never knew what to do about it.

[@theelizabethan1]

Some medical professionals recommend that ALL of Northern European ancestry be screened for "genetic Hemachromatosis." In some parts of the world it is said to be, "the most common condition most have never heard of." "The Celtic curse" is high in Ireland, both south and north....... as well as in areas with high levels of the Irish Diaspora.

[@jameshunt7884]

I like your research Dr keep the good research coming to help people. From new Zealand

[@joeguercio4157]

I first tested for high ferritin levels after getting covid in 12/22. I was diagnosed with long covid 7/23 and have had numerous amounts of lab work and have consistently tested high ferritin

[@doris_ann2490]

Same here. I COVID in 2021, had brain fog, fatigue, etc and my labs showed elevated ferritin. Had routine labs in 2024 and evidently it is still elevating my ferritin. Slowly trending down but still too high. I blame COVID. Watched Dr Berry so I can defend my keto lifestyle before my follow up! 🙂🥩🍳🥓

[@jac1797]

Would you please address histamine intolerance?

[@karenconder6418]

Nettle powder

[@jac1797]

@@karenconder6418 thank you I've tried it. I have ended up taking DOA with a Cayenne capsule.

[@ioanagavriloiu6037]

Hello. I have a friend with ferritin 591 at 45 years old, increased serum potassium 5.3, homocysteine ​​12.2, total lipids 882, and ldl cholesterol 224. he knows that he has polycystic kidneys for a few years and I wanted to ask you how he can eliminate excess iron? won't the carnivorous diet and salt consumption degrade his kidneys at all? He is afraid of eating salt and if he already has excess iron, he doesn't want to eat beef... I would like to help him! thank you

[@cougarkurls4210]

@Dr Barry. I wanted to know if you suggested vegetables, because I love salad. What vegetables do you suggest?? TYSM

[@DrJoelRosen]

Thanks for doing this video. I appreciate you shedding light on the oversimplification of iron challenges being dispensed. However, I would love your insight on the connection between environmental factors such as glyphosate, iron-enriched foods, the role of ceruloplasmin, and even 25OH vit D (the storage form), and how all of these are contributing to the massive iron dysregulation problems we are seeing in today's day and age.

[@nellosnook4454]

1. Thank you for addressing environmental factors for increased ferritin levels. 2. What about cooking meat in cast-iron cookware? 3. Does that also increase ferritin levels? 4. Could periodically donating whole blood help reduce ferritin levels? 5. I’m a 65 yo, healthy male. 6. Thanks! 🙏

[@tiarewilliams9186]

I was diagnosed with hereditary hemochromatosis about 2017 due to several instances of odd and unexplained severe joint pain. I'm certain my GP thought I was drug shopping but eventually tested me of HH. I donated blood multiple times to get my ferritin down and still test and get therapeutic phlebotomies as needed.

[@kathym6603]

You have re-set what I was taught about my elevated ferritin about 15 years ago. I've been avoiding (not meat) but every other source of iron like the little bit that was in nutritional yeast flakes. Elevated ferritin needs the truth you have explained. Maybe people don't have to be running out for Phlebotomies which are prescribed.

[@NourishmentMindset]

You're simply THE BEST, Dr. Berry. I was concerned until I saw your lab range explanation at the end. Given that all my other metabolic markers are awesome, I'm going to put my 260 ferritin in the bucket with my "high cholesterol" of about the same #. And focus on fasting insulin at 2.8 and triG 70!

[@dolodiaz28]

Great!! How about high levels RBC. Can an infection cause it?

[@Kalirasta41510]

I just had a blood test and my ferritin level was 1047. Was referred to a hematologist. Appointment is in a month.

[@ritaphifer]

Thank you for posting this informative video on ferritin . My recent general lab test said my ferritin level high at 177 . I’m 67 y/o female and do carnivore diet Don’t know if there is any connection but My thyroid TSH is high too …25.600 uIU/ml So I recently started taking thyroid meds Hopefully it’ll help with the moderate fatigue I’ve had for a very long time .

[@vibrantly50]

Thank you for this. I live in Portugal where lab ranges are a bit different. For my and sex, “normal” is considered 50.0-200.0 pg/L - age meaning >15. Mine is 201. I’m not quite so worried…I’m actually 67.

[@Kitiwake]

Yes .. For a man the upper range limit is 300. I'm 278 as of last week.

[@kronos77]

Thanks for this. If I do in fact decide I need to lower my ferritin, what is the best way? Donate blood? How often? How much can one donation lower my ferritin? Are there meds for this and are they safe?

[@SamanthaTreat]

I have hemochromatosis and for me they looked for 25-50 point drop in ferritin with each “donation” (phlebotomy) weekly. I now donate at the Red Cross every 3-6 months when my level creeps up.

[@stuartpearce4773]

I have not been diagnosed with [Genetic], Hereditary hemochromatosis, {I'm part Scott}, 3 years ago my Ferritin was over [1300], after a series of Phlebotomies, and intervals of 2-3 months, it stays relatively stable, around the 300-360 mark, for now...Thanks to Dr Berry, and the awesome comments, for the first time I have a better understanding of my condition, and currently seeking clarification to better manage the Ferritin, as it appears to be very complex thus far, thank you all...🙂

[@nicmonberg5974]

You should be going down to around 50. A person who has over thousand should have been trying to go every 2-4 weeks (2-3 months or longer is when you get to maintenance phase which is classed as below 50) Other tests should be done as well not just ferritin

[@stuartpearce4773]

Since I posted this, I have been diagnosed with the classic C282Y Hemochromatosis, and on a 2-3 Month blood test to get the numbers, and I do believe, 50 to 300 is normal?...

[@ginnybrumley3468]

I was so glad to hear you talk on this topic. I lost my husband to hereditary hemochromatosis. After he died I was looking for a better way to live, to eat. I think the carnivore way of is the easiest and best way to eat. Glad to see it's catching on.

[@vashsam3467]

Hi, I have high Ferritin 470 , it has been a year. I have done many blood work out such as Liver Function tests, all Autoimmune tests, Abdomen Ultrasound, Iron, TransFernittin, CRP All are normal except CRP shows elevated. I feel very tierd. is there any other test recommanded to do and what is treatment?

[@gingervincent1969]

Thank you. For years I was grossly low and received infusions several times per year. For the first time this year I was told that I had high ferritin. I am dealing with an active case of RA . I am working Ketovore at this time and have been keto over one year and have lost 70lbs and now keep my blood sugars even post meals under 100. I feel like I am doing much better but I am still in a flare and was started on infusion Therepy in addition to my Imuran and Plaquinil . Hoping being more carnivore than keto will help me further get into remission and get this ferritin under control. If you have any thoughts about this I would appreciate knowing them!

[@ecotechwithLS]

I was notified with overload ferritin last Friday. My doctor said it's related to my fatty liver, and he suggested that I should stay away from deep-fried foods. What! That's why I am here to learn more about overloaded ferritin. Thank you for this video.

[@Tyrannocaster]

Since almost everything deep fried involves seed oils for cost reasons, unless you are doing your own in lard or tallow, that was good advice, ferritin or not.

[@christieeaves4232]

Not sure where to go next. We saw an oncologist and didn't really get any answers. My husband has consistantly high ferratin and hemaglobin. His dad had polycythemia and we thought he needed to be "drained" and the dr said he could do that but we received no diagnosis or treatment plan. Although we prefer to do things more naturally more information is def needed. What labs would you expect them to run or what do you think we should do to rule out any diseases or disorders? He doe NOT drink. His dad WAS an alcoholic. He does have high bp

[@dcroxby]

My ferritins level was recently measured at 402 and my doctor recommend 2 blood donations annually. Just completed the first and I plan to have him check levels again after my second donation.

[@arthenry498]

J got my results before my appointment via my patient portal and really wanted to check out my elevated ferritin level. WHAT a relief. I am dealing with a severe back pain and strain. I would credit that with an elevated ferritin level for sure. NOW I can have an intelligent conversation with my doctor. Then go have a steak. LOL Thank you for a thorough and educational video.

[@jacquelinebuchanan9617]

I am beginning to look at high ferritin after having painful arthritis for a year which started 3 months into the carnivore (lion diet). It has progressed over my 15 months of carnivore to a stage where I cannot walk at all and have had to give up work. I will have to use a wheelchair soon. I haven't been tested for haemochromatosis.

[@rustydog520]

My 43 year old wife has level of 465. Had aplastic anemia and bone marrow transplant 8 years ago. Super healthy, eats well and exercises daily but having dizzy spells. What type of specialist should she see to get started.

[@TheJoncic]

I've also read strenuous physical activity the day before can increase iron in blood temporarily on a blood test. Studies have been done on marathon runners.

[@ddgitz]

Invaluable information--thank you for making this video!!

[@christophercoey7804]

I had two thirds of my liver removed at 17 years old. I had 11 hours of surgery for hepatocellular carcinoma. It was diagnosed via biopsy and promopted by a very high Ferittin and alpha feta protein levels. I didn't drink alcohol, the cancer was non cirrhotic. On one side of my family cancers were common, on the othet side diabetes was common, on the latter every single person on my mum's side of the family is either type 1 or type 2 - nobody escaped. 10 years ago I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. I followed all the dietary advice and the diabetes got uncontrollably bad - hba1c 78 and that was on 104 units of insulin per day. I sacked the specialist team a d decided to treat myself instead via a carnivore diet. As of today my hba1c is 43 (almost normal, just inside the pre diabetic zone) and that is off all medication - zero insulin or tablets. The above said my Ferritin level is just under 1000ng/dl. I don't drink alcohol. About 70% of my diet is Mackerel, the rest is eggs, bacon and burgers. Daily carbs no more than 10. Could my raised Ferritin level be caused by my diet? I'm now 50 years old, blood pressure and hba1c are very good. I guess I only have a little more than a third of my liver (it grew back slightly post surgery). Could that be the cause? My iron levels and the binding ratio were all normal/within range. Last information... I do have one copy of the hemochromatosis gene, the milder variant - the code for which is H63D I'm unsure as to whether or not this result is a simple anomaly, or whethet or not it is in need of further investigation.

[@kristieangel5682]

Wish you were my Doctor! ❤️👍🏼

[@atthministries]

Why didn't I see this earlier?!?! I recently had blood work done. I had never heard of the lab that this provider used but we move on. At 61 (and 10 years post menopause), my ferritin level came back at 156. The lab's range indicated that anything over 150 was "elevated" and put me in danger. The provider when giving me recommendations on what to do never took into consideration that in menopause lower estrogen - no period just might mean a higher ferritin level. Thank you for teaching me that each labs range of what's "normal" differs. I didn't know that. Well, I went and donated blood today to release the "iron" overload. SMH at myself.