Can You Take Butterfly Pea Flower and Iron Together?

May affect absorption

The short answer

Butterfly Pea Flower contains tannins and polyphenolic compounds that may chelate iron, reducing absorption of both when taken together.

How to arrange timing

Separate Butterfly Pea Flower and iron supplements by at least 2 hours.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: NatMed Pro; Examine.com

Important context

Whether supplements suit you together also depends on dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.