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Can You Take Diatomaceous Earth and Iron Together?
Dose or timing may matter
The short answer
Diatomaceous Earth is a silica-based adsorbent that can bind minerals including iron in the GI tract, reducing their absorption.
How to arrange timing
Separate Diatomaceous Earth from iron supplements by at least 3 hours.
Reference
Reference noted for this combination: NatMed Pro
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.