I’m going to show you how I helped a patient almost double her low white blood count and optimize her low ferritin in just three months—simply by discovering her root causes, which revolved around her gut health.
My name is Dr. Tom Rofrano from the Natural Medicine Clinic in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, and author of the FreeDiet®. Most of my new patients come in with gut or thyroid issues, and abnormal ferritin is one of the most common findings I see.
Her Symptoms: Gut Issues, Fatigue & Hair Loss
A 45‑year‑old woman came in with:
- Abdominal pain
- Bloating
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Fatigue
- Hair loss
- Underweight
She felt terrible and couldn’t figure out why she wasn’t improving.
Lab Findings: Low White Blood Count & Low Ferritin
Her lab testing revealed:
- Low White Blood Count
She had low WBC and low neutrophils—both signs of immune suppression.
- Low Ferritin & Iron
She had:
- Below‑optimal ferritin
- Low iron
- Low iron saturation
These explained her fatigue and hair loss.
Root Causes: Hidden Infections, Food Sensitivities & Nutrient Deficiencies
Functional testing uncovered the most common cause of low white blood count I see: chronic hidden infections.
- Gut Infections
She had:
- Candida yeast overgrowth
- Bacterial overgrowth
- Gut inflammation
- Epstein‑Barr virus reactivation
- Gluten Sensitivity & Leaky Gut
She tested positive for:
- Gluten sensitivity
- Celiac genetics
- Leaky gut
- Additional food reactions
These contributed to malabsorption and nutrient depletion.
- Nutrient Deficiencies
She was deficient in nutrients associated with low white blood count, including:
- B12
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin E
- Zinc
- Copper
- Cysteine
- Selenium
- Iron
- Toxins
She had high mercury levels, which can also suppress white blood cell production.
- Hormonal Imbalance
She had below‑optimal adrenal function, contributing to fatigue and poor immune response.
Step 1: The Anti‑Inflammatory FreeDiet®
I put her on the FreeDiet®, which I developed years ago while healing my own autoimmune Hashimoto’s, rheumatoid arthritis, IBS, fatigue, and skin issues.
Foods to Avoid on the FreeDiet®
- Gluten
- Grains
- Sugar
- Yeast
- Dairy
- Eggs
- Soy
- Legumes
- Nightshades
- Processed foods
These foods are the most common triggers of inflammation, gut dysfunction, thyroid imbalance, and chronic symptoms.
Step 2: What She Ate
Breakfast
A nutrient‑dense FreeDiet® Super Smoothie containing:
- Protein
- Essential fats
- Fruits and vegetables
- Fiber
(Recipe included with the FreeDiet® Phase 1 Food Chart linked below.)
Lunch & Dinner
- Meat, chicken, or fish
- Plenty of vegetables
- Healthy fats
As she improved, we added additional foods back in during Phase 2 and beyond.
Step 3: Targeted Supplements
She took the Functional Five™:
- Multivitamin
- Fish oil
- Vitamin D with K
- Magnesium
- Probiotic
Plus:
Additional Support
These helped replenish nutrient deficiencies, reduce inflammation, and support immune function.
Her Results After 3 Months
Her improvements were remarkable.
White Blood Count
- WBC increased from 3,180 to 5,670 (optimal)
- Neutrophils increased from 1,540 to 3,540 (optimal)
Ferritin & Iron
- Ferritin increased to optimal
- Iron and iron saturation normalized
Symptoms Improved
- Abdominal pain
- Bloating
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Fatigue
- Hair loss
She was finally able to gain much‑needed weight and felt dramatically better.
The Bottom Line
With the FreeDiet® and targeted supplements, she was able to:
- Heal her gut
- Eliminate hidden infections
- Restore nutrient levels
- Raise her white blood count
- Optimize ferritin
- Regain her energy
If you have chronic gut symptoms, fatigue, abnormal ferritin, or white blood cell issues, comprehensive testing is essential to uncover your root causes so you can receive the right solutions.
If you’d like personalized help, feel free to contact us—we’re currently accepting new patients.
Go here if you would like a free copy of the FreeDiet® phase 1 food chart.
