Can You Take Iron and Selenium Methionine Together?

May affect absorption

The short answer

Iron may reduce absorption of selenium (as selenomethionine) when taken together.

How to arrange timing

Consider separating iron and selenomethionine by 2 hours.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: NIH ODS Selenium Fact Sheet; Whanger PD, 2002

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.