Learn about foods like eggs, cheese, and coffee that inhibit iron absorption — and how to optimize your iron intake by timing your meals effectively.

Around the world, about 2 billion people suffer from iron deficiency, which can lead to anemia, impaired brain development in children, and increased infant mortality. To combat that problem, MIT ...

When taken together, calcium can block iron absorption, making your iron supplement less effective. Separate your doses by at least two hours to help your body absorb both nutrients properly. Take ...