Citrus Fruits
Overview
Citrus fruits provide high vitamin C content that enhances non-heme iron absorption and supports antioxidant defenses. Vitamin C enhances non-heme iron absorption (up to 4× increase) and provides antioxidant support.
Recipes
Substances
1 substance in this food
Vitamin C (Ascorbate)
Antioxidant; supports iron absorption; neuronal SVCT2 transport
Preparation Notes
- Vitamin C enhances non-heme iron absorption (up to 4× increase)
- Antioxidant support
- Pair with iron-rich plant foods for enhanced absorption
Biological Target Matrix
| Biological Target | Substance | Therapeutic Areas | Mechanism of Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hormonal Response | Vitamin C (Ascorbate) | Supports norepinephrine synthesis as cofactor | |
| Inflammation | Vitamin C (Ascorbate) | Antioxidant properties; supports anti-inflammatory effects | |
| Neurochemical Balance | Vitamin C (Ascorbate) | Supports norepinephrine synthesis; transported in brain via SVCT2 | |
| Oxidative Stress | Vitamin C (Ascorbate) | Key water-soluble antioxidant; works within antioxidant network with vitamin E, CoQ10, and polyphenols | |
| Stress Response | Vitamin C (Ascorbate) | Supports stress response through antioxidant and neurochemical effects |
References
- Pairing plant-based iron sources with citrus enhances iron absorption