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Low in iron. i have not gone to the doctor yet. will the folic acid 5mg tablet help get my iron level back to normal?

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No: Folic acid has not effect on iron levels.

Answered 6/25/2014

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No: Some allied health professionals call the serum hemoglobin "iron", though it's not. If you are anemic, this is a very, very serious business. Don't try to self-manage. You should ignore all "pop" heath advice ("This supplement is good for anemia", etc.)

Answered 1/29/2016

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