Role Of Iron And B Vitamins
Erythrocytes, or red blood cells, require adequate and consistent intake of iron and vitamin B-12. If you have recently been diagnosed with anemia, a deficiency of iron or vitamin B-12 may the cause. Iron and vitamin B-12, along with folate, also known as vitamin B-9, are required to make healthy red blood cells.
B vitamins also help your body turn the food you eat into energy. Iron and B-complex vitamins do not interact negatively with each other, so there are no concerns about taking the two supplements at the same time.
Sources Of Iron
These foods contain heme iron, which is better absorbed than nonheme iron.
Beans, some vegetables, fortified grains and nuts contain nonheme iron. Sources of B Vitamins
Most iron-rich foods, including meats, poultry, eggs and fortified grains, are also rich in B vitamins. While milk is not high in iron, it is a rich source of B vitamins.
Vitamin B-6 supplements are absorbed well by the body but quickly eliminated in urine if not used. Considerations with Iron and B Vitamins.
Multivitamin With Iron
You should take multivitamin with iron on an empty stomach at least one hour before or two hours after a meal.
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions about how to take this or other medications you are prescribed. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs.
Medical Warning:
Doctor or pharmacist) know that you are taking these medicines together.
Your doctor may want to check your iron levels to see if your supplement is working.Your healthcare professionals may already be aware of this interaction and may be monitoring you for it. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with them first. Contact your healthcare professional (e.g.
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