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Foods Rich in Iron

By Jasveer Matharu
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Bowls of chickpeas, lentils, beans and seeds on a pink surface.
Illustrative photograph. Bowls of chickpeas, lentils, beans and seeds on a pink surface. · Antoni Shkraba / Pexels

Iron is an essential mineral that helps your body produce red blood cells and carry oxygen throughout your body. Iron deficiency can lead to fatigue, dizziness, pale skin and hair loss.

Foods rich in Iron

Vegetable-based sources rich in iron

  • Spinach
  • Broccoli
  • Soybeans
  • Legumes
  • Sunflower Seeds
  • Pumpkin Seeds
  • Tofu
  • Quinoa
  • Blackstrap Molasses
  • Dark Chocolate

Animal-based sources rich in iron

  • Liver
  • Beef
  • Chicken
  • Turkey
  • Lamb
  • Fish
  • Shellfish
Jasveer Matharu
ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Jasveer Matharu

Founder & Women's Health Practitioner

Founder of Elara Care and O.A. Dip. Certified Women's Health Practitioner, Jas is working to create better solutions for women since 2018, sharing her struggles and experiences with female health

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