September 2009 PMID 19774556

Phytate in foods and significance for humans: food sources, intake, processing, bioavailability, protective role and analysis.

Ulrich Schlemmer, Wenche Frølich, Rafel M Prieto, Felix Grases

Mentions

73
Peak: 2 in Oct 2022
across 5 sources since Apr 2019

Extended reach

18,475
potential audience

Total likes

726

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Apr 2019 – Feb 2025

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions reveal a balanced curiosity about phytate's dual role, with some posts emphasizing its interference with nutrient absorption, such as zinc and iron, while others highlight its potential health benefits, like reducing disease risks. Words like 'sabotaging' and 'benefits' show contrasting perspectives, and references to scientific studies and personal diets indicate both engagement and interest shaped by the article's comprehensive examination of phytate's effects.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the role of phytic acid and recognize either its negative effects or potential benefits, reflecting a nuanced consensus.

InterestHigh interest

Posts show high curiosity about the nutritional implications and the broader significance of phytate, indicating strong engagement with the topic.

EngagementModerate engagement

Conversations include references to scientific studies, dietary impacts, and personal opinions, demonstrating moderate to deep engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest awareness of the article’s relevance to nutrition and health, though they mainly add to ongoing debates rather than immediate policy changes.

Abstract in brief

  • The article provides a comprehensive overview of phytic acid (phytate) in foods, covering sources, how it is processed, its effects on mineral absorption, and its potential health benefits such as reducing kidney stones, lowering blood glucose and lipids, and its antioxidative and anticancer properties.
  • It explains how phytate interacts with minerals in the digestive system, affecting their bioavailability, and describes the process of phytate degradation during digestion, processing, and storage.
  • The article also discusses current methods for analyzing phytic acid in foods, highlights challenges in accurate detection, and emphasizes the need for standardized testing to better understand its dietary impact and health effects.]

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Dr.ヒロト@健康科学マニア
@Hiroto73981960 · X

玄米にはフィチン酸が含まれていて亜鉛などのミネラル吸収を阻害してしまうので云々という話はよく聞きます。では玄米を食べ続けると不健康になるのでしょうか?健康的な食事とされる地中海食はフィチン酸が豊富とされます。ということで論文を検索してみました。 #フィチン酸 https://t.co/iQsLGkjvw6

Oct 7, 2022 · 8 likes · 1 share · 1,507 followers View post →
Amon
@ZeusAmonRa · X

@MarcoDabizzi La situazione non è mia così netta o definita... https://t.co/pzNvJc0isR https://t.co/lxNvgUy92e https://t.co/6pOR8f2QMp https://t.co/bJYnZyfiV5 https://t.co/aKRe8FN8Yh https://t.co/cE4Gk5S9Zl https://t.co/6nbnuk1gef https://t.co/1Tz1WN3WUh https://t.co/tv2XYnmouY

May 9, 2024 · 3 likes · 97 followers View post →
FantasmaHelvetica
@FntsmaHelvetica · X

@ck_eternity_ @justinsliao @shameermulji 2/2 Studies on vegetarians who eat diets high in plant foods containing anti-nutrients do not generally show deficiencies in iron&zinc, so the body may be adapting to the presence of anti-nutrients by increasing the absorption of these minerals in the gut. https://t.co/dM2ZH407HM

Jun 13, 2021 · 2 likes · 422 followers View post →
Johan Wallström
@Plantbiased · X

@KemMinnick @theveganparent Not true - lower zink absorption rate due to phytic acid is a short term thing. Doesn't lead to lower levels long term: https://t.co/ymWetsL3H4 In fact, there are benefits that we shouldn't miss out on: https://t.co/4Kqb6vd2nP https://t.co/YwuSiQXG16

Apr 9, 2019 · 2 likes · 354 followers View post →
lau.
@lauhoechlin · X

@Manute_B0l @Midietacojea • Phytate in foods and significance for humans: food sources, intake, processing, bioavailability, protective role and analysis https://t.co/RpeayW1POp

Nov 12, 2020 · 1,680 followers View post →
Xenios Charalambous
@xeniosfitness · X

2. Nuts While nuts are a convenient snack, they might be sabotaging your testosterone levels. - Nuts are fairly high in phytic acid, which blocks the absorption of several micronutrients. Study: https://t.co/5x3uvRJVg1 - Micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) are necessary https://t.co/cevxd4lMbc

Aug 7, 2024 · 1,156 followers View post →

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Xenios Charalambous
@xeniosfitness · X

2. Nuts While nuts are a convenient snack, they might be sabotaging your testosterone levels. - Nuts are fairly high in phytic acid, which blocks the absorption of several micronutrients. Study: https://t.co/5x3uvRJVg1 - Micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) are necessary https://t.co/cevxd4lMbc

Aug 7, 2024 · 1,156 followers View post →
Piqui Blaindère
@Dosto_deRiv · X

@GaryGareGare @blendrooter https://t.co/Dj0e1V8ka5 Aucune compétence pour jugé ça perso. C'est un lien Wikipédia.

May 23, 2024 · 175 followers View post →
Amon
@ZeusAmonRa · X

@MarcoDabizzi La situazione non è mia così netta o definita... https://t.co/pzNvJc0isR https://t.co/lxNvgUy92e https://t.co/6pOR8f2QMp https://t.co/bJYnZyfiV5 https://t.co/aKRe8FN8Yh https://t.co/cE4Gk5S9Zl https://t.co/6nbnuk1gef https://t.co/1Tz1WN3WUh https://t.co/tv2XYnmouY

May 9, 2024 · 3 likes · 97 followers View post →
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@ndf55gu8XhGubAL · X

RT @Hiroto73981960: 玄米にはフィチン酸が含まれていて亜鉛などのミネラル吸収を阻害してしまうので云々という話はよく聞きます。では玄米を食べ続けると不健康になるのでしょうか?健康的な食事とされる地中海食はフィチン酸が豊富とされます。ということで論文を検索してみま…

Oct 8, 2022 · 1 share · 461 followers View post →
Dr.ヒロト@健康科学マニア
@Hiroto73981960 · X

玄米にはフィチン酸が含まれていて亜鉛などのミネラル吸収を阻害してしまうので云々という話はよく聞きます。では玄米を食べ続けると不健康になるのでしょうか?健康的な食事とされる地中海食はフィチン酸が豊富とされます。ということで論文を検索してみました。 #フィチン酸 https://t.co/iQsLGkjvw6

Oct 7, 2022 · 8 likes · 1 share · 1,507 followers View post →
FantasmaHelvetica
@FntsmaHelvetica · X

@ck_eternity_ @justinsliao @shameermulji 2/2 Studies on vegetarians who eat diets high in plant foods containing anti-nutrients do not generally show deficiencies in iron&zinc, so the body may be adapting to the presence of anti-nutrients by increasing the absorption of these minerals in the gut. https://t.co/dM2ZH407HM

Jun 13, 2021 · 2 likes · 422 followers View post →
lau.
@lauhoechlin · X

@Manute_B0l @Midietacojea • Phytate in foods and significance for humans: food sources, intake, processing, bioavailability, protective role and analysis https://t.co/RpeayW1POp

Nov 12, 2020 · 1,680 followers View post →
F!
@FabOn20 · X

@juliannejtaylor @FoodFirst_Ty @ChristianTams Schlemmer U, Frølich W, Prieto RM, Grases F. Phytate in foods and significance for humans: food sources, intake, processing, bioavailability, protective role and analysis. Mol Nutr Food Res. 2009 Sep;53 Suppl 2:S330-75. Stevenson L, Phillips F, O’Sullivan K, Walton J. Wheat bran

Feb 1, 2020 · 66 followers View post →
Johan Wallström
@Plantbiased · X

@KemMinnick @theveganparent Not true - lower zink absorption rate due to phytic acid is a short term thing. Doesn't lead to lower levels long term: https://t.co/ymWetsL3H4 In fact, there are benefits that we shouldn't miss out on: https://t.co/4Kqb6vd2nP https://t.co/YwuSiQXG16

Apr 9, 2019 · 2 likes · 354 followers View post →