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As much as non-vegetarians. :)
This page from the Vegetarian Society will tell you exact milligrams per day requirements for people of various ages: http://www.vegsoc.org/info/iron.html#requ
The same page also says that chick peas and spinach are good sources of iron, and that vegetarians are no more likely to be anaemic.
It's really important to get enough vitamin C as it helps with non-meaty iron absorption. Daily vitamin B12 is also really important, and if you're feeling weak it really helps to take it regularly. I don't know, but I am a vegetarian and I eat lots of nuts and tofu. I think soy products will help too.
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∙ 8y agoA vegetarian needs to have the same amount of iron as everyone else. That's about 9 mg a day for adult males and 15 mg a day for menstruating females. A varied diet which includes pulses, soya, green leafy vegetables and nuts should provide plenty of iron. Even meat eaters get 75% of their iron from these sources. If you feel you need more iron (e.g., if you are a woman with heavy periods), consult your doctor as to the dosage, as too much iron is harmful.
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∙ 15y agoA maximum of 20mg iron daily.
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∙ 13y agoabout 20g of iron depending on age.
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Which iron supplements are vegetarian?
There is Floradix, which is a vegetarian liquid supplement.
Is a vegetarian diet low in iron?
Many vegetarian options contain substantial iron content. Some delicious choices include soy beans, potatoes, spinach, mushrooms, and lemongrass. A vegetarian can easily reach the recommended daily allowance for iron with wise meal choices.
Benefit of consuming egg for vegetarian?
Lots of protein and iron.
If you change to a vegetarian diet do you need vitamins and supplements?
If you do become a vegetarian, it would be in your best interest to get some supplements. I take an iron supplement, because you get very little when you don't eat meat. Just go to your local health food store - or see your doctor - and they should be able to tell you some other important things you should get if you go vegetarian.
How do eggs improve the nutritional profile for a lacto vegetarian product?
Lacto-vegetarian does not include eggs. A vegetarian who consumes eggs is called an ovo-vegetarian or an ovo-lacto-vegetarian (a vegetarian who eats eggs and dairy products).Eggs are a good source of protein, lecithin, iron, and many other nutrients. It can enhance a vegetarian diet.
How do eggs improve the nutritional profile for a lacto-vegetarian product?
Lacto-vegetarian does not include eggs. A vegetarian who consumes eggs is called an ovo-vegetarian or an ovo-lacto-vegetarian (a vegetarian who eats eggs and dairy products).Eggs are a good source of protein, lecithin, iron, and many other nutrients. It can enhance a vegetarian diet.
You are a vegetarian and have iron deficiency anemia Do these conditions have anything in common?
yes. if a vegetarian does not replace their old iron source (meat) with a new one (soybeans, lentils, spinach, tofu, etc) they may develop an iron deficiency. vegetarians can also take iron supplement pills to make sure they are covered.
Will you eventually develop an impenetrable iron exterior if you consume 10x daily iron?
No, but you could get diarrhea, constipation, or other abdominal discomfort. In large doses, you can also get iron poisoning or iron overload. Iron also interacts with other medication, so you should talk to a doctor before taking iron supplements.
What do vegetarians need to do about the lacking of nutrients?
There are plenty of nutrients in a vegetarian diet. Eat vegetarian foods rich in iron, protein, calcium and vitamin B12.
Are vegans and vegetarians more likely to get anemia?
It's more difficult to keep those iron levels up, yes. Meat and dairy can be great sources of iron, so many people who switch to being vegan/vegetarian can have difficulty adjusting their diets to fill their iron-void. On the flip side, vegans and vegetarians are more likely to pay attention to what they're eating and therefore more likely to be aware of the amount of iron they consume.
How do improve hemoglobin in old women?
48 year old house wife measared 5.6 hemoglobin
Can you consume iron from cast iron pot?
Yes, food cooked in iron pots takes iron from the cookware, and people eating the good absorb some of it.
