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Which compounds bind with calcium and make its absorption more difficult?
Phytates and Oxalates
Where are phytates mainly found?
Seed coats of beans and grains
What food source contains oxalates?
Spinach
Why is it advised to consume foods containing phytates and oxalates in moderation?
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What can be part of a healthy diet even though they bind with calcium?
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Explain how phytates affect calcium absorption in the body.
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What are the food sources of oxalates?
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Why is it important to consume foods containing phytates and oxalates in moderation?
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How do phytates and oxalates affect the absorption of calcium in the body?
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What are the main sources of phytates?
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