Overview

Iron is a necessary nutrient, but when in excess can promote the formation of free radicals and increase oxidative stress.

Do not supplement iron in your diet unless proven deficient.

Accumulation of iron in the substantia nigra region of the brain is associated with Parkinson's disease [Logroscino2008].

Please see conventional, complimentary and alternative medical treatments for important background information regarding the different types of medical treatments discussed on this page. Naturopathic, Complimentary and Alternative treatments that may be considered include:

Differential Diagnosis

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