#iron supplements

[iron-offical]

Which nut has the most iron? I know pistachios have the most potassium, but I need iron and i refuse to take any more bitter supplements

Twin, I'm not Google, but it's cashews. They have the most iron. But twin, please take your supplements. I'm sorry I'm bitter but you need me, please🥺 for me?

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Medications and Teas You Shouldn't Mix

"While seemingly harmless, some teas can interact with over-the-counter and prescription medications, making your medicines less effective or increasing the risk of side effects."

Some types of tea can affect how OTC medicines like iron, omeprazole, folic acid, and aspirin work and may increase the risk of side effects

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" 1. Aspirin Some teas, such as cranberry, ginger, and ginkgo biloba, may interact with aspirin and increase the risk of bleeding, particularly when consumed in large amounts.

One serious side effect of aspirin is that it can slow blood clotting, making it easier to bleed, especially in the stomach and brain.

2. Iron Teas high in tannins, such as green and black tea, can reduce iron absorption because tannins form complexes with iron, making it unavailable for use by the body.

This may be especially concerning for people at risk of low iron levels who rely on iron supplements, including women who are menstruating, pregnant people, or those who have just had a baby, or long-distance runners.

However, some researchers found that taking these teas at least one hour before or after taking iron can help reduce complex formation, thereby increasing iron absorption.

3. Folic Acid Some studies suggest that excessive green tea intake can significantly reduce blood folate levels.

Catechins, an antioxidant found in some teas like green and oolong teas, can also reduce how much folate your body can absorb.

As a result, experts advise pregnant women to limit consumption of these teas as they may increase the risk of spina bifida in their babies. Spina bifida is a birth disorder in which the spine doesn’t fully develop, and not getting enough folic acid during pregnancy is a risk factor.

4. Acetaminophen

Some teas, such as Kava tea and hibiscus tea, may affect how Tylenol (acetaminophen) works and increase its side effects.

Acetaminophen and kava both carry a risk of increased liver toxicity, especially when taken in high doses. Therefore, consuming kava tea while taking acetaminophen may further increase your risk of liver injury.

Other teas, such as hibiscus tea, have been found to increase the removal of acetaminophen from the blood, which can make the acetaminophen less effective or cause its effect on pain relief not to last long.

Some researchers recommend taking acetaminophen about 3 to 4 hours before drinking hibiscus tea to avoid shortening the effects of the medication.

5. Omeprazole Some studies have found that teas containing extracts of gingko biloba, goldenseal, and ginger may affect how omeprazole works.

... One serious side effect associated with omeprazole is the risk of bleeding. Since ginkgo biloba extracts have similar side effects, taking them together may increase your risk of bleeding. In addition, teas like golden seal and ginger can also increase stomach acid and interfere with the effectiveness of antacids (medicines used to neutralize stomach acid) and omeprazole.

6. Birth Control Pills Some studies suggest that taking chamomile or St. John's wort along with birth control pills might decrease the effects of birth control pills.

If you are taking any of these supplements, it may help to space them appropriately or, if necessary, switch to a different herbal tea.

7. Allergy Medicines Some herbal teas, such as St. John’s wort and black cohosh, may reduce the effectiveness of allergy medicines like Allegra (fexofenadine). If you are taking allergy medicines, it may help to reduce the number of tea servings or, if necessary, discontinue them for the duration of treatment."

[yourlocalavian]

Take 👏 your 👏 iron 👏 supplements 👏

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Fineeeee

I took themm

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[balkanradfem]

Hi! I've read your recent nettle posts and wondered if you ever tried nettle risotto. I've gathered some leaves for trying it out (along with tea and your infusion) but when I began grinding them they smelled a lot like sorrel which I don't like. Do you have any other recommendations foraging for plants that are high in iron?

Hi, I've never tried nettle risotto! I've only had it mixed with potatoes and in soups because that makes it easier to deal with the texture, I don't find them super pleasant to chew on unless they're blended and mixed in a puree, or a soup. And they're great dried and grinded into powder, then they can be mixed with flour to make green pancakes, tortillas, pasta, bread.

I've also eaten it cut into very tiny pieces and mixed with soy and potatoes, again it really helps to mix it with stuff to not have to deal with the texture. Nettles can have a rather strong smell, it can be a bit off-putting at first!

Other plants that are strong in iron are dandelion greens (can be mixed in salads, especially salads with potatoes and legumes), and chickweed! Chickweed is actually so rich in iron and calcium it beats spinach even, and it can mess up your digestion a little the way iron supplement would. However, chickweed grows strong mostly in late winter/early spring, so it's a bit difficult to acquire in other seasons (might be different where you live, I struggle to find it later.)

Wild plants are generally higher in minerals than anything we grow in the garden, so be sure to look into more of them, I only look at plants that have calcium, because my iron levels are okay. I hope you find one that you like, or a nettle recipe you can enjoy!