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Foods that Decrease Iron Absorption

It is of fundamental importance for your health to know the factors and foods that lead to the absorption of iron. There is a risk of iron deficiency if you do not pay attention to some aspects because the iron we ingest is not always assimilated by the body: but do not worry with some precautions you can be sure to receive all the essential nutrients you need for a strong, healthy and happy body.

The iron must be taken daily: the human body has a reserve pool, there is the modulation of absorption according to needs, there are recovery mechanisms but iron is useful every day for various activities and is therefore indicated consume those foods that give the body this precious element. It is therefore very useful to know which foods lead to reducing or limiting the absorption of iron and which instead favor it.


Which foods reduce iron absorption ?
  1. First of all, foods rich in tannins: chocolate, some types of tea.
  2. Those with polyphenols: coffee inhibits the absorption of iron.
  3. Foods rich in calcium and phosphorus: for example, dairy products.
  4. Phytodes and fibers (bran, legumes, whole grains)
  5. Use of antacid drugs.

What to do then? Should all these foods be avoided? There is no answer to this question that applies to all people but things you can do right now there are, one worthy of importance is to consume those foods that lead to the absorption of iron. But beware if you know you are suffering from iron deficiencies, consult a nutritionist after your doctor more than study the topic as you are doing now, his experience can guide you and even revolutionize your life by helping you to have more energy, feel more rested, sleep better, be more lucid to have a stronger body and mind.

Which foods favor the absorption of iron ? 
  1. Foods with vitamin C: lemon for example, excellent with a meal with vegetable foods rich in iron (carrots, lentils, etc.) because it increases more than twice the absorption of iron.
  2.  The light The instead (infusion less than 5 minutes) has few tannins and is naturally rich in iron. 
  3. So Kiwi and in general all citrus fruits. 
  4. Aminoacids and therefore foods rich in proteins. 

It is also recommended to avoid eating sour fruit at the end of the meal.
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