Having an adequate iron and calcium status helps to reduce ________ absorption.
A) saturated fat
B) sugar
C) bacteria
D) lead

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Having an adequate iron and calcium status helps to reduce lead absorption. Iron competes with lead for absorption in the digestive system, and calcium can decrease lead absorption by providing an alternative mineral for absorption, thus reducing the amount of lead that gets absorbed into the bloodstream.

Having an Adequate Iron and Calcium Status Helps to Reduce