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When milk is taken before meal which of the following element's absorption is decreased: March 2009

A
Calcium
B
Iron
C
Phosphorous
D
Magnesium
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. B: Iron Milk decreases the absorption of iron into the body. Other factors which decreases the bio-availability of non-haem iron is presence of phytates, oxalates, carbonates, phosphates, eggs, tea and dietary fiber.

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