Can You Take Iron and Rosemary Extract Together?

May affect absorption

The short answer

Rosemary Extract contains rosmarinic acid and polyphenols that can chelate iron and reduce its absorption.

How to arrange timing

Separate Rosemary Extract and iron supplements by at least 2 hours.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Examine.com; Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database

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.