Effect of vitamin C and carotene on the absorption of calcium from the intestine

Z Ernahrungswiss. 1976 Dec;15(4):387-90. doi: 10.1007/BF02020506.

Abstract

The effect of vitamin C or carotene either in the authentic form or naturally occurring as in orange, parsley and pepper juices on calcium absorption was studied. Results obtained revealed that ascorbic acid, orange and pepper juices enhanced intestinal calcium absorption. Carotene and parsley proved to be without effect.

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Ascorbic Acid / analysis
  • Ascorbic Acid / pharmacology*
  • Blood Proteins / metabolism
  • Body Weight
  • Calcium / metabolism*
  • Carotenoids / analysis
  • Carotenoids / pharmacology*
  • Citrus / analysis
  • Female
  • Intestinal Absorption / drug effects
  • Male
  • Oils / pharmacology
  • Rats
  • Vegetables / analysis
  • Zea mays

Substances

  • Blood Proteins
  • Oils
  • Carotenoids
  • Ascorbic Acid
  • Calcium