Iron intake among Lebanese women: sociodemographic factors, iron-rich dietary patterns, and preparation of hummus, a Mediterranean dish

CONCLUSION: The majority of the Lebanese women still have iron intake deficiency and the minority reported proper preparation of hummus. Intervention programs spreading awareness among Lebanese women are needed for encouraging adequate iron intake and considering proper steps to improve iron bioavailability from plant-based food.PMID:33613152 | PMC:PMC7869437 | DOI:10.29219/fnr.v65.5556

Source: Food and Nutrition Research - February 22, 2021 Category: Nutrition Authors: Nour Doumani Jacqueline Maalouly Elias Bou-Maroun Nicolas Sok Philippe Cayot Maya Tueni Source Type: research