Interaction of iron with other nutrients.
Iron is essential for oxygen transport, oxidative metabolism, and cellular growth. Interactions between iron and other dietary factors play a significant role in determining the adequacy of iron nutrition and have important implications for food fortification in developing countries. Vitamin A and vitamin C deficiency states may affect iron transport, metabolism, and storage within the body.
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Hematology/Oncology Service, Hampton Veterans Affairs Medical Center, VA 23667, USA.
D000042:Absorption; D000818:Animals; D001206:Ascorbic Acid Deficiency / Q000378:metabolism*; D001682:Biological Availability; D005502:Food; D006801:Humans; D007501:Iron / Q000378:metabolism / Q000493:pharmacokinetics* / Q000502:physiology; D009751:Nutritional Requirements; D014802:Vitamin A Deficiency / Q000378:metabolism*
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