Iron Supplement? Safe?

was told iron levels are low, what are safe iron supplements? Forgot ferrous glauconite was suggested.
Thanks

 

Oops Fergon was suggested, brand name.

 

Fergon iron supplements contain 27 mg of iron. That probably is a good dose to get your iron level back up to normal. However, once your level is within the normal range you might want to ask your doctor about going to a lower "maintenance dose".

That's because too much iron can cause other health problems due to oxidative stress. You might want to read this article on the WebMD site:

http://www.webmd.com/parkinsons-disease/news/20030609/iron-may-increase-risk-of-parkinsons

 

Wow, I had no idea that too much iron could increase your risk of Parkinson's so much. Thanks so much, Jim.

 

Thanks Karen

 

1 cup prune juice, 3.15mg iron. A quick, easy and palatable way to get a dose of iron is through a glass of prune juice. I'm not full of prunes either!

 

Dates and Spinach are good source of iron. easy to find and its cheap with loads of other benefits.

 

I believe I will be eating these suggested foods to maintain my iron levels. Thanks for the tips

 

A glass of prune juice a day keeps the doctor away!