A leading nutrition expert questions the effectiveness of adding iron to foods like breakfast cereals.
In the December issue of News for Dieticians, Dr. Van Dokkum—a renowned specialist in mineral and trace element bioavailability and advisor to TNO—advocates for enhancing iron absorption naturally over fortification. 2020
For those with iron deficiency, even minor dietary tweaks can make a big difference. Dietitians offer tailored guidance, but for self-starters, Dr. Van Dokkum recommends opting for brown bread.
If needed, a low-dose multivitamin supplement is a reliable next step, per the expert.
