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The study investigates the effect of ascorbic acid on nonheme iron absorption from a complete diet, finding that while vitamin C enhances iron absorption from single meals, its effect is minimal when assessed over a complete diet. Despite varying vitamin C intake, no significant differences in iron absorption were observed among different dietary periods. The results suggest that the pronounced effect of vitamin C on iron absorption does not translate to improved iron status over prolonged supplementation,
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- PaoVP
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