Does iron really cause constipation?
2007-04-19 14:00:42 · 9 answers · asked by *<dEzI>* 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
the iron in prenatals i mean?
2007-04-19 14:01:00 · update #1
It did for me. Dr recommended increasing my fibre, fruits & green veggies and lots of water.
2007-04-19 14:05:25 · answer #1 · answered by Michelle 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it can. however, the amount of iron in prenatal vitamins alone will probably not cause it. if you take a separate iron supplement you are more likely to get constipation. fiber tablets can do wonders.
2007-04-19 14:05:17 · answer #2 · answered by redpeach_mi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, most definitely. I compensated for it by eating breakfast cereals really high in fiber...try Cracklin' oat bran or granola or something like that. Plus, I'd make my afternoon snack some whole grain toast and some fruit, and It helps.
2007-04-20 06:11:13 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it can. Be sure to have lots of fruit, veggies, and whole grains. And if you still have trouble, try having Activia once a day. It's almost as good as yogurt, and it really does help.
2007-04-19 14:12:54 · answer #4 · answered by CatD 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It does in most people. This is not a reason to not take pre natals. Taking a few vitamin E will help relieve the problem.
2007-04-19 14:10:17 · answer #5 · answered by Jan C 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It can but if you drink a glass of Orange Juice with your vitamin it will help. I never had a problem and this is what my doctor told me.
2007-04-19 14:07:28 · answer #6 · answered by alytherehn 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. What causes constipation is a broken heart! With no lovin... your bowels get all stuck together!
2007-04-19 14:05:16 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
It can for some people. I had no problem.
2007-04-19 14:04:17 · answer #8 · answered by sharkyincanada 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes,
2007-04-19 14:06:40 · answer #9 · answered by faith 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋