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Is it safe to take a low-dose (18 mg) iron supplement daily? i am a vegetarian and do not consume much in the way of iron containing foods. thank you?
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Yes, low dose supplements are fine.
Answered 8/7/2022
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As long as there is no family history of hemochromatosis, taking iron supplement is fine. Wish you good health!
Answered 8/9/2022
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