One common mistake is drinking coffee with an iron supplement or enjoying a cup of this beverage shortly after taking it. Compounds in coffee can interfere with the body’s absorption of iron, so the supplement may not be as effective as expected, writes “Verywell Health.”
How long should you wait between iron and coffee?
To get the most benefit from an iron supplement, it is recommended not to take it together with coffee. The United Kingdom’s National Health Service (NHS) advises leaving about a two-hour gap between an iron preparation and coffee or tea.
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