Siddhi Bharadwaj

Fe for Female

Health EN ↓ 4 episodes

Hi, I’m Siddhi! I started Fe for Female to spread awareness about iron deficiency among women in hopes of improving their well-being. Nearly 40% of teenage girls and young women in America are iron deficient. As a teenager, I have witnessed students compromise their health in pursuit of their academics and other activities, often leading to low energy levels and fatigue. Iron deficiency has become incredibly common and is too often neglected due to a lack of awareness. Join me in insightful discussions with experts on the importance of Fe (iron) for Females! It’s even in the name!

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Siddhi Bharadwaj

Episodes

Iron Deficiency Prevention for Better Heart Health: A Conversation with Dr. Amita Rastogi 10.02.2026 18:39

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Amita Rastogi, who trained as a cardiothoracic surgeon and is currently working in value-based care. She offers insights on commonalities between iron deficiency and heart health and shares her expertise on heart disease in women. We touch on topics including symptoms of iron deficiency, the heart conditions that iron deficiency can exacerbate, and the effects...

Nailing the Iron(-rich Diet): A Conversation with Kaitlyn Milligan, RD 09.11.2025 11:48

In this short and sweet segment, I sit down with Kaitlyn Milligan, RD. She has worked for the Women, Infants, Children Program within the Johnson County Department of Public Health, and she speaks from her experience about the toll iron deficiency can take on mothers and their infants . Next, we dive into different ways to maximize iron absorption including meal-planning, consuming Vitamin C with...

Tackling Iron Deficiency Naturally: A Conversation with Dr. Emily Wolbers, ND 03.11.2025 16:25

Today’s guest is Dr. Emily Wolbers, a Naturopathic Doctor and owner of QC Natural Health. She has won a Women in Medicine Award and has spoken at the International Conference of Natural Medicine. Join us as we discuss topics including foods that boost and inhibit iron absorption like Vitamin C and caffeine respectively! Dr. Wolbers also shares her perspective on iron supplementation and explains t...

I Run on Iron: A Conversation with Coach Jane Wheeler about Iron Deficiency in Female Athletes 07.10.2025 20:42

Join me as I discuss iron deficiency prevention, education, and treatment for female athletes with Jane Wheeler, a beloved P.E. Teacher and Cross Country Coach. In 1997, she won a state title in cross country and placed second in the 1500 and 3000m run at the state track and field meet. She is a 3-time national qualifier in Division III Cross Country. She has coached girls cross country teams to a...