I am iron deficient but i also have gut issues. dysbiosis, candida, possible h pylori. i have heard that its not recommended to take oral iron if you have these things as it can feed pathogens. is that true? i need to get my iron up somehow?

No, it is not true with oral iron, you should take it and try a formula with less side effects. Ferrous fumarate is probably the one with the least side effects.

If you are considered to have H. pylori, your clinician needs to order a stool antigen test to confirm. H. pylori can cause stomach ulcers, which can lead to bleeding, and can be a cause of iron deficiency. For women, it is typically due to heavy periods, which must also be controlled. Oral iron must be taken with Vitamin C (such as orange juice) to assure absorption occurs in your duodenum.