> The problem with plant sources of iron is that often the iron is bound
> in such a way that it is not easily absorbed from the gut.
>
> Adding citric acid, such as found in many citrus and other fruits
helps
> to free the plant bound iron.
>
> This problem is reflected in the fact that low iron is the world's
> number one health problem, especially in women and children.
>
> This is highest where not eating much meat is a cultural or poverty
> issue.


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'Dietary Supplement Fact Sheet: Iron'

http://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/iron.asp

The World Health Organization considers iron deficiency the number
one
nutritional disorder in the world [33]. As many as 80% of the world's
population may be iron deficient, while 30% may have iron deficiency
anemia [34].