Examine Database: Optimal Nutrient Levels
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How does plant protein intake affect total protein intake, quality, and cost, and nutrient intake?
This cross-sectional study suggests that as plant protein intake increases, total protein intake, protein quality, protein cost, and intake of the vitamins B12 and D decrease, whereas fiber, folate, iron, and zinc intake increase. These results should be interpreted with caution because protein research is complex, and there is still plenty to unpack.
Does vitamin D or zinc help prevent colds in children?
Identifying the factors that influence your response to vitamin D supplements
Are vegetarians at risk of iodine deficiency?
Does vitamin C increase iron’s bioavailability?
Examine Database References
- Iron Absorption - Olivares M, Wiedeman A, Bolívar L, López de Romaña D, Pizarro FEffect of increasing concentrations of zinc on the absorption of iron from iron-fortified milkBiol Trace Elem Res.(2012 Dec)