Is Iron Fortified Food Magnetic? The Scientific Truth
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According to the World Health Organization, iron deficiency is the most common and widespread nutritional disorder in the world. Food fortification is a key strategy used to combat this, and it has led to a popular at-home science experiment that raises the question: is iron fortified food magnetic? The answer is a surprising and verifiable 'yes,' under specific conditions, but it's not as simple as holding a magnet to your breakfast cereal.
