Tag Archives: tea coffe stops non-heme iron being absorbed

Perhaps the biggest complaint people have these days is not having enough energy to get them through the day. One area that could be a major cause behind this tiredness is drinking tea and/or coffee on a regular basis, as both are known to cause substantial reductions in iron absorption. 

1.62 billion people suffer with anaemia (low levels of iron alongside the protein haemoglobin) globally. This translates to 24.8% of the worlds population. That’s an awful lot and something I have seen a lot since I started consulting as a nutritionist.

How Does Tea & Coffee Reduce Iron Absorption?

All types of tea contain a compound called tannins. It is the tannins in tea that act as chelators which means they bind to minerals and … Read More