Iron deficiency and eczema
I am following the eczema diet now since the beginning of November 2024 and have seen a big difference and 95-99% improvement of my hand eczema.
Out of a recent blood test is coming that I have iron deficiency.
I have no typical symptoms of iron deficiency.
I recently found out that iron deficiency and gluten intolerance and eczema are all related to each other.
I saw a big improvement after stopping of consuming dairy products.
When I started eating a gluten free diet, there was more and more improvement.
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Hi Irma,
Thank you so much for sharing your journey — it’s truly inspiring to hear about the incredible progress you’ve made with the Eczema Diet! A 95–99% improvement in your hand eczema is amazing, and it’s clear that your dedication and thoughtful changes — like going dairy- and gluten-free, switching to organic chicken, and following the lifestyle tips — have played a big role. It’s wonderful to hear you're feeling well and confident in your skin now!
Regarding your iron deficiency: if this has been diagnosed through a blood test and your doctor has recommended supplementation, then yes — it’s important to follow their advice. Since you’ve tried improving iron levels through diet alone for a couple of years without success, supplementation may indeed be necessary at this stage.
When choosing a supplement, it's best to go for one without additives to avoid triggering any reactions. Solgar makes a gentle iron supplement that might be suitable, but I do recommend checking the ingredients carefully — especially if you have allergies or sensitivities. A good step would be to call the manufacturer directly and ask for a complete list of excipients (fillers, binders, etc.) before purchasing, just to be safe.
As for AM and PM: while AM does contain a small amount of iron, it’s not a high-dose supplement. So if your levels are low and not improving, this likely won’t be enough on its own to correct a deficiency. Your doctor might recommend a separate iron supplement at a therapeutic dose to get your levels back up to where they should be.
Since you're also entering perimenopause — a time when iron levels can fluctuate — it's especially important to keep an eye on this and continue monitoring with your doctor.
Continue to follow the eczema diet program, which supports your gut health and, in turn, may help improve absorption over time.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any more questions!
Bonnie