In this episode, Dr. Kharrazian is joined by renowned physician Dr. Joseph Pizzorno, a pioneering voice in environmental medicine and toxicology. Together, they dive into the hidden world of environmental toxins—discussing the staggering number of chemicals we're exposed to every day, why testing for toxins can be more complex than most realize, and which common exposures may be silently sabotaging our health.

Dr. Pizzorno reveals the challenges in accurately measuring toxic load, the wide differences in our bodies’ abilities to detoxify, and why focusing on exposure and biological damage is often more useful than hunting for specific chemicals in the blood or urine. You'll learn about practical strategies for identifying and reducing toxin exposure, the synergistic effects of multiple chemicals, and simple steps you can take to support your body’s natural defenses.

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00:00 Assessing Exposure and Detox Challenges

03:37 "Assessing Synergistic Environmental Toxins"

07:09 "Toxic Load vs. Disease Correlation"

11:24 Tea Habits and Water Concentration

16:24 Chemical Impact on Neurological Health

17:48 Persistent Human-Made Molecules

23:20 Bisphenols Lowering Children's IQ

26:18 Chemical Food Sources & Glyphosate Exposure

28:26 Cerrillini's Impact on Glyphosate Regulation

32:50 "Assessing Kidney Toxicity via EGFR"

36:44 "Enhancing Body Detoxification"

37:42 "Detox Strategy: Sweat and Monitor"

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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.

Enroll: pages.kharrazianinstitute.com/sutton-anemia

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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

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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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