Lemon in Tea Reduces Problems of Iron Absorption

I have counseled pregnant women for years to avoid tea with their meals, and instead to drink tea between meals, especially if they are anemic.

I have heard that adding lemon to tea reduces the effect of tea on iron absorption, but haven't found the research reference - please tell me your source for this info.

Answer:

Hey, you should be able to find the references at the three studies cited at the end of the article.

Green Tea and Iron Absorption

It has been a long while since I written the article so I have actually forgotten which one it was! But it definitely was something mentioned in the papers.

I hope this helps.

Julian