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sjones

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on: Aug 20, 2018

Which of the following is known to enhance iron absorption?

a. Tea
b. Coffee
c. Foods containing vitamin C
d. Foods containing vitamin E
e. Milk

Question 2

What component of tea is responsible for its effect on iron absorption?

a. Tannic acid
b. Lactic acid
c. Citric acid
d. Ascorbic acid
e. Acetic acid

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efwsefaw

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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A

sjones

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Reply #2 on: Aug 20, 2018

Both answers were spot on, thank you once again

efwsefaw

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Reply #3 on: Aug 20, 2018

Great! Please up vote

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