Timing
Iron in the morning or at night?
Morning on an empty stomach is ideal. Alternate-day dosing may actually improve absorption.
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Why timing matters
Iron absorption is highly sensitive to what you take alongside. Calcium, tannins, and phytates all reduce absorption.
Suggested schedule
6:30–7:00 AM
Take with a glass of orange juice (Vitamin C enhances absorption)
Wait 2 hours
Then have breakfast, coffee, or calcium