Research
Micronutrients & recovery
High phytate-to-zinc molar ratios in plant-based diets significantly inhibit zinc absorption, compounding zinc deficiency risks in populations relying on cereals.
If you eat a plant-based diet, high phytate levels in cereals can block zinc absorption. To mitigate this, use preparation methods like soaking, germination, or fermentation to reduce phytate and improve zinc bioavailability.
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Phytate:Zn ratio for most countries in this study were > 15, the critical threshold level beyond which Zn absorption is considered to be inhibited. This will compound the Zn deficiency risk of the population due to lower bioavailability.
Why this rating
Based on established biochemical principles and global data.
Source
Dietary calcium and zinc deficiency risks are decreasing but remain prevalent
Diriba B. Kumssa et al. · Scientific Reports · 2015
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