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Malabsorption

What you need to know:

Where there are underlying conditions which may result in malabsorption, it’s important to ensure that your child or teenager’s diet is made up of the most suitable balance of foods to ensure they get as much as possible of the nutrients that are at risk of deficiency. Extra vitamins and minerals may also be needed by older children. This isn’t a judgement you should make by yourself. Get advice from a registered naturopath.

Dietary changes that may be beneficial:

Sometimes malabsorption can occur without any underlying disease, purely through bad eating habits. The most common faults are:

Eating too much bran - which interferes with absorption of calcium and iron
Having too little Vitamin C - which also reduces absorption of iron

Many prescribed medicines also interfere with nutrient absorption. To find out more click onto chemical robbery.

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