When adults take iron supplements following the directions on the label, the supplements are generally safe.

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If you take iron supplements, make sure to take them separately from calcium supplements, which can interfere with their absorption.

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You'll notice a big improvement when you both eat red meat and take iron pills (supplements are usually necessary to get out of the iron-deficient status but usually do not need to be consumed long term).

CNN: Will eating meat help recovery after long runs?