Beverages that contain substances that decrease absorption of calcium include
a. tea.
b. milk.
c. orange juice.
d. bottled water.
A
Tea contains oxalic acid and tannins, both of which decrease absorption of calcium. Milk con-tains lactose and vitamin D which increase calcium absorption. Orange juice and bottled water do not have a significant positive or negative effect on calcium absorption.
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