Is there any interaction between calcium and iron?

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Calcium in antacid form can increase pH levels which can cause iron not to be absorbed as well. It is best to separate when you take the iron and calcium as much as you can. Talk with your doctor about the possible interaction and make sure your ferritin levels continue to be monitored.

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Minerals

Our bodies need some inorganic substances like iron, calcium and chromium for proper health. If you're not getting enough of a particular mineral, there are a wide array of mineral supplements available. Often it is not as easy to take in or absorb minerals by themselves, so look for recommendations about taking supplements with a meal or seeing how supplements are frequently combined -- like calcium with vitamin D.

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