Question

Iron-enriched foods are not absorbed as well as

a) Foods high in calcium
b) Foods high in vitamin C
c) Foods high in fiber
d) Foods high in protein

Answer 1

Iron absorption is enhanced by protein, and impaired absorption may occur in certain medical conditions or after surgeries that remove part of the stomach or intestine.

Step-by-step explanation:

(d) Iron absorption is enhanced by protein, possibly as a result of the formation of low molecular weight digestive products (peptides, amino acids) which can form soluble iron chelates. (e) It is also increased in pernicious anaemia and in hypoplastic anaemia. (f) Impaired absorption takes place in patients who have total removal of stomach or a removal of considerable amount of the intestine.