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Nutrition and Nutrients · UPSC CDS/OTA · Question 75 of 95

Nutrition and Nutrients : Which nutrient enhances non-heme iron absorption?

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Nutrition and Nutrients
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Which nutrient enhances non-heme iron absorption?

TopicNutrition and Nutrients
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min

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Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) reduces ferric iron to ferrous form in the gut, forming a soluble complex that increases non-heme iron uptake. Consuming vitamin C–rich foods (citrus fruits) with plant-based iron sources (spinach, beans) improves iron status, especially in vegetarian diets.

Final Answer: Option A - Vitamin C
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