How much iron do I need in my diet each day?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz answered:Multivitamins are supposed to protect you -- but if you take the wrong kind, they can actually cause harm. Most people shouldn't take a multi with iron, because too much of the mineral can actually damage your heart. In this video, Dr. Oz reveals just how much iron is safe to take every day.
Multivitamins are supposed to protect you -- but if you take the wrong kind, they can actually cause harm. Most people shouldn't take a multi with iron, because too much of the mineral can actually damage your heart. In this video, Dr. Oz... More -
RealAge answered:Current government guidelines recommend a daily iron intake of 8 milligrams (mg) for men and 18 mg for women. If you're pregnant, increase your daily amount to 27 mg, and if you're past menopause, reduce it to 8 mg.
Current government guidelines recommend a daily iron intake of 8 milligrams (mg) for men and 18 mg for women. If you're pregnant, increase your daily amount to 27 mg, and if you're past menopause, reduce it to 8 mg. Take the RealAge Test! More
