Thanks to blood loss during the menstruation, women are most likely to be low in iron, a condition known as iron-deficiency anemia. Since iron is vital to keeping oxygen in your blood and in growing new cells, it isn’t really precisely a mineral you wish to lack. But before you pop that iron supplement, you need to check the time and what’s in your stomach. Taking your iron supplement at the correct time assists promote absorption.
Note: Iron supplements are best taken with vitamin C.
On an Empty Stomach
Even if you take a particular amount of iron each day doesn’t suggest it will all be absorbed. That’s why your best choice is to take iron on an empty stomach. You’ll get the most iron from your supplement when you have not had anything to eat in a long time, which means taking iron first thing in the morning or just before you go to sleep when your stomach is empty.
In Case of Stomach Pains
An exception exists to nearly everything, and taking an iron supplement is no different. If you take your iron supplement and you experience adverse stomach results, such as stomach cramping, nausea or diarrhea, you might have to take your iron supplement with at least a percentage of food.
With Vitamin C
Foods and drinks with vitamin C might assist to promote iron absorption. That indicates if you have a regular time of day when you drink orange juice — breakfast enters your mind– taking your iron supplement then may be a good idea. If you aren’t an orange juice fan, fruit juices such as grape or apple will likewise work. Take it with at least 8 ounces of juice. If you take a vitamin C supplement, taking it with your iron pill might be a smart idea too.
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When Not to Take Iron Supplements
Simply as there ready times to take iron supplements, there are some times you must avoid. One such as example is when you are taking in calcium-containing foods or medications, such as milk, cheese, yogurt, ice cream or calcium-containing antacids. Calcium hinders iron absorption. If you have taken in a calcium-containing food, wait on at least two hours before taking your iron supplement. The very same goes for consuming high-fiber foods such as whole grains, raw veggies and bran. Caffeine-containing drinks such as coffee and sodas likewise might impact absorption.
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