31/01/2026
Many women are regularly taking iron tablets…
but their Hb still doesn’t improve.
The reason is not always the dose
it’s often how you take it.
✅ The RIGHT way to take iron:
• Take it with plain water or lemon water
• Pair it with Vitamin C (amla, orange, guava)
Vitamin C helps your body absorb iron better.
❌ What reduces iron absorption:
• Tea / coffee (even within 1–2 hours)
• Milk / calcium supplements
• Antacids
⏳ Best rule:
Keep a 2-hour gap between iron and calcium/tea/coffee/antacids.
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