Don't eat foods that are high in vitamin C at the same time you eat foods with iron because its one of the best
enhancers of iron absorption.
This unexpected behaviour of vitamin A in reducing the
inhibition of iron absorption by phytates and polyphenols is apparently a newly discovered property of vitamin A.
One key
component of iron absorption that is commonly overlooked is the necessity of vitamin C. Vitamin C plays a powerful role in assimilation of iron in the body.
Cooking acidic foods in these types of pots or pans will cause even higher levels of iron absorption
This
mechanism of iron absorption definitely works against a person who is eating white flour, too much red meat, and smokes or drinks alcohol.
I don't expect you to calculate these figures, I am just adding to the confusion and
complexity of iron absorption;) I often recommend to concerned parents to request a simple finger prick and get the child's iron tested.
This can in turn lead to the development of conditions like Anemia (
lack of Iron absorption) and and Osteoporosis (lack of Calcium absorption).
Choose foods that are enhancers
of iron absorption, such as vitamin C rich foods.