Research Roundup
Nutrition Facts with Dr. Greger
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The Effect of Coffee on Iron Absorption
Coffee reduced iron absorption from a hamburger meal by 39 percent as opposed to a 64 percent decrease with tea. The stronger the coffee the more iron absorption was impeded. Iron is essential element vital for blood production on the other hand iron is a potent Pro-oxidant so maybe the reduced risk of type 2 diabetes associated with coffee consumption Is due to the inhibition of iron absorption by coffee.
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