Iron-rich food or a daily low-dose oral iron supplement should be initiated at what age?

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Because of the high bioavailability of iron,additional sources of iron are unnecessary during the first 4 to 6 months for breast-fed infants.Supplemental foods during that time can reduce iron absorption.Note that although the iron content of breast milk is low,inherent compounds in human milk promote efficient iron utilization.

Iron-Rich Food or a Daily Low-Dose Oral Iron Supplement Should