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I read consuming too much iron can cause problems(iron build up in organs etc.) is this true? i take a 65mg iron supplement daily. should i stop?
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YES!!! and YES!!!: Iron supplements should only be routinely taken by menstruating women. Iron is a pro-oxidant & increases risk of heart disease and cancer. Men who regularly donate blood have a significantly lower risk of heart disease & cancer because that is the best way to reduce your iron load. Consider donating blood to reduce your iron! see http://blog.Lef.Org/2010/07/health-benefits-from-donating-blood.Html.
Answered 12/9/2013
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