When it comes to how our body absorbs and uses iron, there are a number of genes that can impact our risk of low iron status. People who carry the genetic variants that increase their risk of low iron need to ensure that they are consuming enough iron-rich foods on a regular basis.
These are some additional steps to help improve iron absorption:
✔ Meet the RDA for iron daily. While everyone should be aiming to meet this minimum requirement, those at higher risk of low iron status should take extra care.
✔ Pair up iron-rich foods with vitamin C containing foods such as red peppers, lemon and broccoli. Vitamin C improves the absorption of iron from plant-based sources.
✔ Choose iron sources with better bioavailability (like animal products or cooked spinach) to improve iron absorption.
Are you interested in learning more about how your genes influence your nutrient requirements? Contact me to schedule your Nutrigenomix test today!
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