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Should people with hemochromatosis avoid alcohol? i hear that alcohol can increase iron absorption.
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Avoid alcohol: People with hemochromatosis should limit the amount of alcoholic beverages they drink because alcohol increases their chance of cirrhosis and liver cancer. Also long-term consumption of large amounts of alcohol increases risks for the development of iron overload.
Answered 5/30/2015
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