What are the Foods rich in Iron?

Iron-deficiency is one of the most common deficiencies found in both men and women these days. Excessive consumption of junk food has made it difficult for the kids to intake a balanced diet rich in carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins, fats, and iron. Deficiency of Iron in the body reduces the red blood cell count resulting in hemoglobin deficiency, lack of which can cause difficulties in transporting oxygen.

As per medical surveys, about 20% of women, 50% of pregnant women, and 3% of men lack the desired amounts of Iron in their bodies. Weakness, tiredness, and irritation are some common up shots of iron deficiency.

Here’s a guide to the food items rich in iron that can help you get rid of your anemia.

#1. Iron-Rich Foods

- Beef or chicken liver

- Clams, mollusks, or mussels

- Oysters

- Canned sardines, canned in oil

- Cooked turkey

- Halibut, haddock, perch, salmon, tuna

- Ham

- Veal

#2. Iron-Rich food for Vegans

- Tofu

- Soya Beans

- Lentils

- Pumpkin

- Sesame

- Flax seeds

- Tomato paste

- Spinach

- Olives

 

#3. Iron-Rich Food for Babies

- Meats: Beef, lamb, pork, veal, liver, chicken, turkey.

- Fish

- Eggs

- Iron-fortified cereals, whole grain bread, enriched bread, pasta, and rice.

- Chick peas, lentils, dried peas, and beans.

- Spinach, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, green peas, beans.

 

#4. Iron-Rich Food for Pregnant Women

- Dark leafy greens (spinach, collard greens, kale, etc.)

- Dried fruit (apricots, prunes, raisins, figs)

- Beans

- Eggs (yolk)

- Black strap molasses

- Meat (red meat, liver)

- Fortified cereals and grains

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