Does caffeine really interfere with Iron absorbtion?

My iron (ferritin) is low. I drink coffee in the a.m. and drink crystal light ice tea all day. I take iron seperately from my caffeine. I have recently increased my iron intake. I really don't want to give up the caffeine. If I must I will :(

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