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Interaction Warning
If you take levothyroxine (thyroid medication), separate iron doses by at least 4 hours. If you take tetracycline or fluoroquinolone antibiotics, separate zinc doses by at least 2 hours. If you take metformin (diabetes), discuss B12 monitoring with your doctor β long-term metformin use reduces B12 absorption. If you take oral contraceptives or HRT, saw palmetto (not recommended here, but worth noting) may interfere; consult your doctor if considering it. Biotin can interfere with thyroid function tests β inform your pathologist before blood work.
Iron deficiency is a strong, well-established cause of hair loss, particularly chronic shedding (telogen effluvium).
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18β27 mg elemental iron daily, taken on an empty stomach with vitamin C (e.g., orange juice) for best absorption. Take in the morning, at least 4 hours away from any thyroid medication or calcium supplements.
$0.14
/serve
15β30 mg daily with food to minimise nausea. Do not exceed 40 mg/day without medical supervision, as chronic high-dose zinc can cause copper deficiency and other problems.
$0.17
/serve
2,500β5,000 mcg daily with a meal. Take consistently for at least 3β6 months β biotin works slowly but steadily.
$0.14
/serve
5β10 g daily (typically 2.5β5 g per serve, taken once or twice daily). Mix into water, coffee, smoothies, or yoghurt β it dissolves easily. Timing is flexible; any time of day works.
$1.72
/serve
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When to take each supplement for best results
Iron
on empty stomach with vitamin C for better absorption
Zinc
with food to avoid nausea
Biotin
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with a meal
Collagen Peptides
Any time of day