How Much Iron Supplement Should I Take Every Day?
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10 to 27 Mg Per Day
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According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, adult women of child-bearing age should get at least 18 mg of iron per day through food and supplements. Pregnant women need more, 27 mg, and adult men require get less, 10 mg.
60 Mg or More
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The National Anemia Action Council states that most adults require 60 mg or more of elemental iron per day, the type of iron that the human body uses. For treatment of iron deficiency, adults may need to take more than 60 mg per day for a period of time.
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Bottom Line
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MayoClinic.com recommends daily iron intake of 10 mg for adults males and 18 mg for adult females, but states, "Increased need for iron supplements should be determined by your health care professional."
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