Can I take iron at night?
Can I take iron at night? The ideal time to take an iron supplement is in the morning on an empty stomach. Taking iron late at night is not as effective, as digestion slows down during sleep with absorption not as effective.
Do iron pills make you gain weight?
Iron Pills and Weight Gain
Neither WebMD nor Mayo Clinic links iron tablets and weight gain. It’s not even listed as a rare side effect. However, there are anecdotal reports of women who claim their iron supplements have caused weight gain. But there’s scant scientific research to support these claims.
What should you not take with iron supplements?
Milk, calcium and antacids should not be taken at the same time as iron supplements. You should wait at least 2 hours after having these foods before taking your iron supplements.
What are the benefits of iron tablets?
Iron supplementation primarily works to restore low iron levels. Treating iron deficiency alleviates the symptoms you could experience with low iron and anemia. It also helps to prevent complications down the road as iron deficiency progresses to anemia.
