Ongoing iron deficiency woes

QI saw my GP in Febnrudary because was feeling so tired all the time. After various tests, they discovered that I was low on iron. I’ve been taking iron supplements every breakfast time for months now, but a recent blood test showed my levels, although improved, are still on the low side. How can I get more iron into my system?

ATannins, found in coffee and tea, can sometimes make it difficult for your body to absorb iron, so try taking your supplements an hour before or an hour after your breakfast. Vitamin C, on the other hand, enhances iron absorption, so try swapping your morning coffee for a glass of orange juice.