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How Excess Iron Raises Your Risk for Alzheimer's

Analysis by Dr. Joseph Mercola Fact Checked

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  • Your body has limited capacity to excrete iron, which means it can build up in your tissues and organs. This is problematic, as iron is a potent oxidizer, capable of damaging tissues, including your brain

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