Iron absorption is decreased in presence of all except____________?
Correct answer: B. Ascorbic acid
- A. Phytates
- B. Ascorbic acid
- C. Tannins
- D. Phosphates
Explanation
Ascorbic acid reduces ferric iron to the more absorbable ferrous form and improves intestinal iron absorption. Phytates, tannins and phosphates bind iron or form poorly absorbed complexes.
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