Question

What are the influencing factors of mineral absorption in the human diet?

Answer 1

Influencing factors of mineral absorption in human diet are

• Temperature.
• Hydrogen ion concentration (pH).
• Light.
• Oxygen.
• Interaction
• To enhance mineral absorption follow these.
• Eat a variety of foods in one meal.
• Eat vitamin C-rich foods with iron.
• Include healthy faty food with each meal
• Take probiotic foods such as yogurt.
• Avoid drinking tea at mealtimes.
• Take a break from caffeine and alcohol.
• Manage stress levels.
• Hydrate.
• VITAMIN C AND PLANT-BASED IRON.
• TOMATOES AND OLIVE OIL.
• TURMERIC AND BLACK PEPPER.
• VITAMIN D AND CALCIUM.
• Dietary fat
• Cooking techniques such as boiled vegetables.
• Vitamins/minerals that work together
• Health conditions and lifestyle factors
• Vitamins/minerals that act against each other.
• Avoid Phytates and tannins.