Which of the Following Factors Affects the Absorption of Iron

question 64

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors affects the absorption of iron in the diet?

• A) the presence of antacids in the digestive tract
• B) the oxidation state of iron in food
• C) the solubility of iron complexes
• D) the dietary source of iron
• E) all of these

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