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Does caffeine affect iron absorption?
No, caffeine directly affect the absorption of iron. It is the polyphenol compounds in coffee and tea that negatively affect iron absorption. Drinks containing polyphenol compounds should be avoided at least an hour prior to, and and hour after taking iron supplements or eating foods that contain iron to ensure they do not interfere with iron absorption.
What dietary factors decrease the absorption of iron in a meal?
There are several dietary factors that can potentially decrease the absorption of iron in a meal. For instance, foods that contain calcium, such as dairy products, milk, cheese, etc. will interfere with the absorption of iron into the bloodstream.
What vitamin and mineral supplements should not be taken together?
Some interactions between vitamins may lead to its poor absorption. For instance, iron supplements do not go together well with zinc and may also interfere with absorption of vitamin E. Calcium impedes the absorption of iron that's why they should not be taken together.
What are the drug interactions associated with taking ginger?
Ginger can interfere with the digestion of iron- and fat-soluble vitamins. The herb can inhibit warfarin, a blood thinner. Ginger can also interfere with absorption of tetracycline, digoxin, sulfa drugs, and phenothiazines.
How does rust get its color?
The electronic structure of the iron ions that are contained in it. Iron is a transition metal, and transition metal compounds tend to be highly colored because they have absorption bands in the visible spectrum.
How does rust get its reddish color?
The electronic structure of the iron ions that are contained in it. Iron is a transition metal, and transition metal compounds tend to be highly colored because they have absorption bands in the visible spectrum.
What can increase absorption of dietary iron?
Absorption of dietary iron is increased by eating iron-rich foods with vitamin C foods (citrus fruits) and lactic acid (sauerkraut and yogurt). Cooking food in cast-iron pots can also add to their iron content.
How can iron be found in food?
Yes, many green leafy vegetables have some iron. Also, liver, beef and some fish have iron. No food has a lot of iron, though. Iron in food generally means iron-rich organic compounds rather than pure iron.
Can sage cause side effects?
There are no adverse side effects when sage is taken in designated therapeutic doses. However, sage may interfere with absorption of iron and other minerals.
Is it true or false that Vitamin C enhances the absorption of both iron and calcium from their food sources?
True
Can iron form other compounds?
Can iron form other compounds
What factors reduce iron absorption?
The foods which decrease iron absorption are some soy-based foods, calcium foods, beverages containing caffeine and tannin (do not take within 2 hours of taking iron). Do not use allspice and bayberry spices.
