Q.Given below are two statements: One is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R. Assertion A : Presence of phytates in food make iron unavailable Reason R : In presence of Ca and Mg, phytate forms soluble complexes with iron. In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Correct answer: A is true but R is false
Explanation
Phytate is the primary storage form of both phosphate and inositol in plant seeds. It form complexes with minerals (iron, calcium, zinc) and decrease their absorption and bioavailability.
Phytate is the primary storage form of both phosphate and inositol in plant seeds. It form complexes with minerals (iron, calcium, zinc) and decrease their absorption and bioavailability.