I recently found out that I had mild anemia due to an iron deficiency. When I first learned this I started taking normal daily vitamins that had some iron in them, but over the last couple months they dont seem to be helping at all. I was wondering what the recommended amount, in terms of milligrams, would be for iron supplements for mild anemia?
Hi, Thanks for asking. Based on your query, my opinion is as follows.1. During periods of iron deficiency, dietary intake of iron through food alone would not be sufficient.2. Recommended daily allowance normally is 8-11 mg. Due to deficiency, at least if 20 mg/day gets absorbed, then the stores can be replenished. Iron tablets need to be taken. Along with it It C also needs to be taken, which will help in iron absorption. Empty stomach or acid environment, will be helpful in furthering iron absorption. 3. Additionally, diet rich in spinach, beef, chicken, ham, mussels, salmon, beans, tuna, reign etc. could be helpful in improving iron storage. For It C rich foods, you can take grape juice, broccoli, guava, kiwi fruit, raw papaya, sweet potato tomato juice, etc.4. Check reticulocyte count after 2 weeks, to see for improvement. If It's increasing, it indicates good bone marrow response. Hope it helps. Any further queries, happy to help again.