, ND, BSc, MSc, naturopathic doctor and clinic director of Health Squad, added that taking iron at bedtime can help prevent you from noticing any stomach discomfort it might cause. Fortunately,"tolerance to iron usually improves over a few weeks," Dr. Dionisio told POPSUGAR.
To boost iron absorption, both experts recommend taking iron with vitamin C, like orange juice. However, you shouldn't take iron with milk or antacids, because iron is best absorbed in an acidic environment, Dr. Nghi explained. You should also avoid taking iron with coffee, black tea, dairy , and other minerals like calcium, magnesium, copper, zinc, curcumin, or fiber supplements, as Dr. Dionisio said these will interfere with iron therapy.
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