Multiple choice

What helps the body to properly absorb iron?

  1. Drinking milk everyday.

  2. Consuming foods high in Vitamin A.

  3. Ensuring adequate intake of Vitamin C.

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) enhances the absorption of non-heme iron (the type of iron found in plant foods) by converting it into a more soluble chemical form in the digestive tract. Calcium in milk can actually inhibit iron absorption, making option A incorrect.