Is Fe2+ or Fe3+ Better Absorbed? The Science of Iron Bioavailability
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Did you know that only about 10% of dietary iron is typically absorbed by the body in healthy individuals? The efficiency of iron absorption depends heavily on its chemical form, with one type being significantly more bioavailable than the other, which is why understanding if Fe2+ or Fe3+ is better absorbed is so important for your health.
