Can You Take Iron and Matcha Extract Together?

Dose or timing may matter

The short answer

Matcha Extract contains high levels of catechins and tannins that strongly chelate non-heme iron, significantly reducing iron absorption by up to 60-70%.

How to arrange timing

Separate Matcha Extract and iron supplements by at least 2 hours. Take iron with vitamin C instead.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Hurrell RF, et al. Br J Nutr. 1999;81(4):289-295; 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.