Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital nutrients. Please tell me you don't still add fiber to your diet?? https://t.co/RB62b3DtfF https://t.co/uoVYuNgJYL
Effects of dietary fiber and phytic acid on mineral availability.
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The posts collectively express a cautious perspective on dietary fiber, emphasizing its potential to block mineral absorption, with examples mentioning oxalates in vegetables and phytic acid in grains, and using phrases like 'antinutrients' and 'block absorption' to underscore the significance of the findings. Tone and word choice reflect both concern and critical analysis, pointing to perceived impacts on nutrition and diet management.
Most discussions highlight concerns about the negative effects of dietary fiber and phytic acid on mineral absorption, indicating a general agreement with the article's focus on these limitations.
Posts show high interest by referencing specific minerals, such as magnesium and iron, and discussing dietary implications, reflecting curiosity about nutrient bioavailability.
Several users delve into detailed mechanisms, citing foods like spinach and pasta, and commenting on research implications, signaling moderate engagement.
The discussions suggest that the research impacts dietary choices and nutritional understanding, especially with calls to reconsider fiber intake and its health effects.
Abstract in brief
- Dietary fiber can bind minerals like metallic cations, affecting their absorption, but the exact impact varies depending on the type and amount of fiber, as well as other food components and digestive factors.
- There are many challenges in studying this, including different experimental methods, and it is difficult to distinguish the effects of fiber from those of phytic acid, which often occurs together in high-fiber diets.
- Current evidence suggests that increasing dietary fiber does not harm mineral absorption if paired with adequate intake of proteins, vitamins, and acids from fruits and vegetables, but excessive phytate should be avoided, especially for individuals with high mineral needs.]
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Most liked on X and BlueskyFiber from plant foods breaks down into several compounds including the antinutrient phytic acid. Phytic acid blocks absorption of vital minerals, including magnesium, iron, zinc, calcium, and copper. Nearly all plant foods contain fiber. Eat meat. https://t.co/zuqXFaBWET https://t.co/K8ktzIiomb
The phytic acid in wheat pasta will block any iron that might come from the iron Snoopy. https://t.co/WR2rlg6Je0 If spinach, potatoes, tomatoes, parsley, lettuce, or cabbage accompany the pasta, the oxalates in these vegetables also block the absorption of iron. https://t.co/f5mcMoWeBU
@KenDBerryMD 11- https://t.co/7vNRfPnA1E https://t.co/9pvzzYDsI3 https://t.co/owHMQWpIey
@LLLaneyLane @Grrfolk Here's one about how fiber can be a detriment. https://t.co/1Ad4tYKNWm
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
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@Rafal18921126 @1realistal @PiotrWiel Błonnik blokuje minerały https://t.co/DQTlJ5ltpt https://t.co/oGgqk94RDx
@grok @Norbert47868633 @Karolina1652463 @Buckarobanza @rzecznik_Maspex @grok LDL: badania na Inuitach i Masajach czyli plemionach które sie żywią carnivorem pokazują że nie mają chorób serca, winowajca są oleje do smażenia, omega6 i nadmiar glukozy przez co jest glikacja - jeszcze jedno badanie o błonniku https://t.co/DQTlJ5m1f1
The phytic acid in wheat pasta will block any iron that might come from the iron Snoopy. https://t.co/WR2rlg6Je0 If spinach, potatoes, tomatoes, parsley, lettuce, or cabbage accompany the pasta, the oxalates in these vegetables also block the absorption of iron. https://t.co/f5mcMoWeBU
Fiber from plant foods breaks down into several compounds including the antinutrient phytic acid. Phytic acid blocks absorption of vital minerals, including magnesium, iron, zinc, calcium, and copper. Nearly all plant foods contain fiber. Eat meat. https://t.co/zuqXFaBWET https://t.co/K8ktzIiomb
@suskullaonasiaa @Faktantarkast10 @iltalehti_fi Kuvassa maksan ja maidon mineraalit jotka oikeasti imeytyy koska niissä ei ole oxalaatteja ja fytiinihappoa eikä ne ole riippuvaisia maaperän mineraalikompostiosta, ihminen ei tarvi kuitua ja joillekin se aiheuttaa ongelmia. https://t.co/KZdbAwqLHD https://t.co/lCHAwsNUWP https://t.co/1U9khUXCqJ
@lean_minded @maxlugavere Meta-analyses. Associational Oh, and fiber binds nutrients and can affect bioavailability of same. https://t.co/gjmwJH6IO2 Pectin/fiber inhibits digestive/ pancreatic enzyme function reducing protein digestion (anti-nutritive, sounds healthy)
@shivadas29 @nick_krontiris https://t.co/I1sB24g2H0 "dietary fiber may bind metallic cations..effects of fiber on the utilization of nutrients vary greatly with the amount and type..many agents in both food and the digestive tract that may ..inhibit binding, while others will enhance it." 1/2
“The capacity of dietary #fiber to bind polyvalent mineral ions (Zn, Ca, Mg, Se, Fe) may also impart a negative effect on the bioavailability of some nutrients...” https://t.co/4BVeNwrtdQ
@KenDBerryMD 11- https://t.co/7vNRfPnA1E https://t.co/9pvzzYDsI3 https://t.co/owHMQWpIey
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
Effects of dietary fiber and phytic acid on mineral availability https://t.co/GLazyCbDAk
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
RT @KenDBerryMD: Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital…
Insoluble fiber can bind to minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron, preventing the absorption of these vital nutrients. Please tell me you don't still add fiber to your diet?? https://t.co/RB62b3DtfF https://t.co/uoVYuNgJYL
@LLLaneyLane @Grrfolk Here's one about how fiber can be a detriment. https://t.co/1Ad4tYKNWm
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