A member asked:

I read drinking coffee 1 hr b4 a meal doesnt hinder iron absorptionbut drinking it during or 1 hr after does (nih). how long should i wait b4 drinking?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

It is best: to take your iron on an empty stomach but many are unable to tolerate it and take it with food.in any case a VITAMIN C tablet will HELP by creating an acid environment and when you drink your coffee will be irrelevant!!! Hope this helps! Dr Z

Answered 9/12/2015

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