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Can You Take Iron and Potato Starch (Resistant) Together?
May affect absorption
The short answer
Potato Starch (Resistant) is an insoluble resistant starch that may physically adsorb iron in the GI tract, reducing its bioavailability when taken simultaneously.
How to arrange timing
Separate resistant potato starch and iron supplements by at least 2 hours for optimal absorption.
Reference
Reference noted for this combination: NIH ODS; NatMed Pro Fiber Monograph; Torre M et al., Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr 1991
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.