During Tet, people with iron deficiency should limit these 4 foods.

Iron is one of the most important minerals for the body. However, iron deficiency is quite common. People with iron deficiency need to choose the right foods in their daily diet, including during Tet.

Iron is involved in the production of hemoglobin, or hemoglobin, in red blood cells. Hemoglobin helps transport oxygen to cells. Iron deficiency can lead to anemia, according to Verywell Health (USA).

Foods high in fat during Tet can reduce the intestine's ability to absorb iron.

Below are foods that people with iron deficiency should limit eating during the holidays.

Foods high in calcium

Calcium is essential for bone health. However, for people with iron deficiency, consuming too many calcium-rich foods can affect the ability to absorb iron. This is because calcium and iron can compete for absorption in the intestine, thereby reducing the ability to absorb iron.

Therefore, people with iron deficiency should limit eating foods rich in iron such as red meat and green leafy vegetables with foods rich in calcium. Popular calcium-rich foods during Tet are milk, yogurt, shrimp, and crab.

Foods containing tannins

Tea and coffee are extremely popular drinks during family gatherings during the Lunar New Year. However, they contain tannin, a compound that can inhibit iron absorption.

Tannins bind to iron, especially non-heme iron from plant sources, making it difficult for the body to absorb. To optimize absorption of this mineral, people should avoid drinking tea or coffee during or immediately after meals.

Greasy foods

Fried, greasy foods are very popular during Tet, from spring rolls to fried chicken and roast pork. However, these greasy foods will increase the risk of inflammation in the intestines, affecting digestive function, thereby reducing the intestines' ability to absorb iron.

Oxalate rich foods

Oxalate is a compound found in amaranth, spinach, cabbage, potatoes, and chocolate. Oxalate can combine with iron to form an insoluble form, making it difficult for the body to absorb iron. Although these foods are nutritious and rich in vitamins, people with iron deficiency should limit their intake of them with iron-rich foods, according to Verywell Health.

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